Somewhere A Band Is Playing by Ray Bradbury Signed Mint Limited Edition #396/500

Somewhere A Band Is Playing — Ray Bradbury (2007)  

Signed Limited Edition #396/500 — Mint Condition

Discover a beautiful, collectible piece of Ray Bradbury’s legacy. This signed, limited‑edition 2007 hardcover of Somewhere A Band Is Playing was published by Gauntlet Press in a small run of just 500 copies. Each copy was individually numbered and hand‑signed by Bradbury himself — and this one is #396.

A Story Filled With Mystery, Nostalgia, and Magic

Bradbury introduces Summerton — a quiet, perfect little town where time seems to stand still. Reporter James Cardiff arrives chasing a story, but finds something far more mysterious: a place where beauty, memory, and secrets intertwine. It’s classic Bradbury — warm, haunting, and unforgettable.

Foreword by William F. Nolan

Includes a special foreword by William F. Nolan, Bradbury’s lifelong friend and co‑author of Logan’s Run. Nolan offers personal insight into Bradbury’s creative world and explains how this novella reflects Bradbury’s fascination with small towns, lost eras, and the passage of time.

Edited by Donn Albright

Edited by Donn Albright, Bradbury’s trusted archivist and bibliographer. His involvement ensures exceptional accuracy and includes curated facsimile materials, manuscript pages, and supplemental content that deepen the reader’s understanding of Bradbury’s writing process.

A Complete Archival Journey Through Bradbury’s Imagination

This special edition doesn’t just present the novella — it offers a full archival experience. It begins with William F. Nolan’s warm and insightful introduction, And the Band Played On, setting the stage for Bradbury’s haunting and nostalgic tale. The centerpiece is the novella Somewhere A Band Is Playing, followed by a curated selection of related works including Dandelion Wine, Nefertiti, Ohio, The Beautiful One Is Here, Follow the Sun, Mr. Timkins, and a rare untitled piece. Gauntlet Press enriches the volume with facsimile pages, illustrations, and manuscript materials that reveal Bradbury’s creative process. You’ll also find an outline for a teleplay, a facsimile of the novella, and an unfinished screenplay — all offering a rare behind‑the‑scenes look at how Bradbury shaped and reshaped his stories over time. This edition is not just a book; it’s a curated archive of Bradbury’s imagination.

Why Collectors Love Gauntlet Press Editions

Gauntlet Press is known for producing high‑quality, archival‑grade limited editions with:

• Premium bindings and dust jackets

• High‑resolution facsimiles

• Author‑approved supplemental materials

• Small limitation numbers that make each copy truly scarce

Their Bradbury editions are especially prized for craftsmanship and authenticity.

Condition

This copy is in mint, like‑new condition — both the book and dust jacket. Purchased new, read once, and stored carefully for nearly two decades. No marks, no wear, no flaws. A true collector‑grade example.

Price

This signed limited edition is priced at $290.00, reflecting its exceptional condition, scarcity, and collectible value. Only 500 copies were ever produced, and this one — #396 — remains in mint, like‑new condition with a clean, bold Ray Bradbury signature. Gauntlet Press editions are highly sought after for their craftsmanship, archival materials, and small limitation numbers. This price represents a strong collector value for a pristine, investment‑quality copy. 

Edition Details

• Signed by Ray Bradbury

• Limited Edition #396 of 500

• Hardcover with dust jacket

• Mint condition

• First Edition (2007)

• 187 pages

• Publisher: Gauntlet Press

• ISBN: 1‑887368‑98‑1 / 978‑1887368‑98‑8

• Size: 9 1/8" × 6 1/8"