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author: J R R Tolkien
Beowulf: Monsters and the Critics, 5th Printing of 1971, Original Wrappers
London: Oxford University Press, 1971. Original Wraps. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Beowulf: Monsters and the Critics, by J.R.R. Tolkien. This is the 5th printing of the Sir Israel Gollancz Memorial Lecture of 1936 "reprinted lithographically in Great Britain at the University Press, Oxford from sheets of the first edition 1958, 1960, 1963, 1971." This copy is in the original stitched grey wrappers with printed titles to the front. 53, [3] PP. It is in Near Fine condition, with no foxing or offsetting, no names or writing, no tanning to the wrappers. Has a printed adhesive label to the back of the wrapper, edges a little worn. The text is the complete lecture as read by J.R.R. Tolkien at the Sir Israel Gollancz Memorial Lecture of November 25, 1936. Bound in grey wrappers with printed title and author to front, listings of previous Sir Israel Gollancz Memorial Lectures thru 1970, to back of wrapper. No folds, marks or faults noted. Text Block is clean and bright. Digital images can be supplied on request. Other Tolkien books available, include both the UK and US editions, original cloth bindings, custom fine bindings, and Signed/Numbered/Limited Editions.	Item #1123
Price: $200.00 save 5%	$190.00
Beren and Luthien, Signed By Alan Lee, with Custom Leather Slipcase
London: Harper Collins, 2017. Alan Lee. First Edition. Hard Cover. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Beren and Luthien, by J.R.R. Tolkien, published by Harper Collins in 2017. The First Edition, 1st impression of the newest release from the myths and legends of Middle-Earth, as conceived by the author. The tale of Beren and Luthien was written after the authors return from the Battle of the Somme in 1916. The story grew and changed over the years, with the developing of Middle-earth and it's intertwined history and associations. The love between Beren, a mortal man and Luthien, an immortal elf, was opposed by her father. Setting Beren on an impossible task before he may wed Luthien, he must rob the greatest of all evil beings, Melkor, of a Silmaril. Christopher Tolkien shows us the story, from its initial conception, thru the changing aspects found in the authors later verse and prose. The story is brought to life with nine full color illustrations along with numerous line drawings by the illustrator, Alan Lee who has also signed this copy on the Title page. Housed in a full black leather slipcase, featuring a Luthien Tinuviel device to the front panel, and the JRRT monogram to the rear. Digital photo's available, inquire if interested. Other Tolkien books available, include both the UK and US editions, original cloth bindings, custom fine bindings, and Signed/Numbered/Limited Editions.	Item #1901
The Children of Hurin - 1st US Edition Signed By Christopher Tolkien & Alan Lee on Publishers Bookplate.
Boston and New York: Houghton Mifflin, 2007. Alan Lee. 1st Edition, Hobbits, Lord of the Rings, Hard Cover. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. The Children of Hurin by J.R.R. Tolkien, published April 2007 by Houghton Mifflin. Signed by the editor and illustrator, Christopher Tolkien and Alan Lee, to a special bookplate, featuring Lee's motif of the Helm of Hador, attached to the Half Title page. "The Children of Hurin, The first standalone tale of Middle-earth since 1977, and the first complete version of one of J.R.R. Tolkien's 'Great Tales', with many exclusive features:" "Drawing together J.R.R. Tolkiens original manuscripts, using many sources spaced out over decades, Christopher Tolkien has constructed a narrative without any editorial invention." "Includes a brand new red and black Map of Beleriand specially drawn by Christopher Tolkien, which appears as a fold-out sheet." "Contains eight colour paintings and twenty-five pencil sketches, specially commissioned from award-winning artist, Alan Lee." "Includes a specially written introduction and appendix on the history and writing of the tale by Christopher Tolkien." This edition has already sold out and only later editions are now available. With Houghton Mifflin wishing to reach out and do something special for the loyal Tolkien fans, along with Christopher Tolkien's reluctance to grant public appearances, they conceived the idea for a signed bookplate, which Christopher Tolkien and Alan Lee both agreed to. It seems approximately 900 bookplates were signed, 450 for the release party at the New York City Barnes and Noble, and 200 for the UK Waterstones release party, with the remainder held for other promotions. A very hard to find edition, with the signed bookplate. Don't expect to see many of these for sale, as most will end up in private collections. Custom faux leather slipcase, stamped with Hador's Helm to one side and the JRRT Monogram to the other. Additional digital photo's available, inquire if interested. Other Tolkien books available, include both the UK and US editions, original cloth bindings, custom fine bindings, and Signed/Numbered/Limited Editions.. Signed by Illustrator & Editor. 1st Edition. Hard Cover. As New/with Jacket, as Issued. Illus. by Alan Lee. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.	Item #1310
The Children of Hurin - UK 1st Edition, Signed By Illustrator, Alan Lee
London: Harper Collins, 2007. Alan Lee. 1st Edition, Hobbits, Lord of the Rings, Hard Cover. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. The Children of Hurin by J.R.R. Tolkien, published April 2007 by Harper Collins. Signed and dated 19-4-2007 by the Illustrator Alan Lee to the title page. "The Children of Hurin, The first standalone tale of Middle-earth since 1977, and the first complete version of one of J.R.R. Tolkien's 'Great Tales', with many exclusive features:" "Drawing together J.R.R. Tolkiens original manuscripts, using many sources spaced out over decades, Christopher Tolkien has constructed a narrative without any editorial invention." "Includes a brand new red and black Map of Beleriand specially drawn by Christopher Tolkien, which appears as a fold-out sheet." "Contains eight colour paintings and twenty-five pencil sketches, specially commissioned from award-winning artist, Alan Lee." "Includes a specially written introduction and appendix on the history and writing of the tale by Christopher Tolkien." A custom black leather slipcase included to protect and show this fabulous edition. Additional digital photo's available, inquire if interested. Other Tolkien books available, include both the UK and US editions, original cloth bindings, custom fine bindings, and Signed/Numbered/Limited Editions.. Signed by Illustrator. 1st Edition. Hard Cover. As New/with Jacket, as Issued. Illus. by Alan Lee. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.	Item #760
The Children of Hurin - US Deluxe Edition Signed By Christopher Tolkien & Alan Lee on Publishers Bookplate.
Boston and New York: Houghton Mifflin, 2007. Alan Lee. 1st Edition. Hard Cover. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. The Children of Hurin by J.R.R. Tolkien, published May 2007 by Houghton Mifflin. Signed by the editor and illustrator, Christopher Tolkien and Alan Lee, to special bookplate, featuring Lee's motif of the Helm of Hador, attached to the Half Title page. "The Children of Hurin, US De Luxe Edition The first standalone tale of Middle-earth since 1977, and the first complete version of one of J.R.R. Tolkien's 'Great Tales', with many exclusive features:" "Drawing together J.R.R. Tolkiens original manuscripts, using many sources spaced out over decades, Christopher Tolkien has constructed a narrative without any editorial invention." "Includes a brand new red and black Map of Beleriand specially drawn by Christopher Tolkien, which appears as a fold-out sheet." "Contains eight colour paintings and twenty-five pencil sketches, specially commissioned from award-winning artist, Alan Lee." "Features an exclusive colour frontispiece painting by Alan Lee." "Includes a specially written introduction and appendix on the history and writing of the tale by Christopher Tolkien." "Quarter-bound in blue with grey boards, stamped in gold foil with a unique motif of the Helm of Hador created by Alan Lee, and housed in a matching custom-built slipcase." "Printed on superior quality paper and including a silk ribbon marker." "This edition available for a limited time only." With Houghton Mifflin wishing to reach out and do something special for the loyal Tolkien fans, along with Christopher Tolkien's reluctance to grant public appearances, they conceived the idea for a signed bookplate, which Christopher Tolkien and Alan Lee both agreed to. It seems approximately 600 bookplates were signed, less than 500 for distribution in the US, and 50 for the UK, with the remainder held for other promotions. I know of three that were given away as prizes on the Tolkien Library web site, during the "Children of Hurin" Release Party. A very hard to find edition, with the signed bookplate. Don't expect to see many of these for sale, as most will end up in private collections. This Deluxe Edition is matched in style and design to The Deluxe Hobbit that were concurrently issued in 2004. Digital photo's available, inquire if interested. Other Tolkien books available, include both the UK and US editions, original cloth bindings, custom fine bindings, and Signed/Numbered/Limited Editions.. Signed by Illustrator & Editor. 1st Edition. Hard Cover. As New/No Jacket, as Issued. Illus. by Alan Lee. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.	Item #372
Custom Clamshell Case for the 1963 Deluxe Edition of The Lord of The Rings
London: Allen & Unwin, 1963. Pauline Baynes. Full-Leather. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Custom Clamshell Case to house your Allen & Unwin 1963 Deluxe Edition of The Lord of the Rings with the Pauline Baynes Triptych Slipcase. The Clamshell case is covered in Full Black Moroccan Leather, with recessed panels that hold the Triptych artwork. Interior is covered with black Italian Bookcloth, lined with felt for a secure fit to safely house the delicate original slipcase and books. A wonderful case to house your collection of one of Tolkien major works. Please be aware this listing is for the slipcase only, no books are included. Digital photo's available, inquire if interested. Other Tolkien books available, include both the UK and US editions, original cloth bindings, custom fine bindings, and Signed/Numbered/Limited Editions.	Item #1384
Custom Clamshell Case for The Adventures of Tom Bombadil
London: Allen & Unwin, 1962. Pauline Baynes. Full-Leather. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Custom full leather clamshell case for The Adventures of Tom Bombadil, covered with morocco leather, gilt stamped to the front with the Wreath, Author, Illustrator, & Title from the original dustjacket illustration, with the lower portion stamped with Pauline Baynes figure of Tom Bombadil from the title page. The rear board stamped with the JRRT Monogram. The cases feature trays covered with Italian Bookcloth and lined with felt to compliment the colors of the book and the full leather covering. The spines of the cases feature raised bands with gilt rules, colored inlays stamped with the Title, Author, and the publisher Allen & Unwin, and the date published. A wonderful case to house your collection of one of Tolkien major works. Please be aware this listing is for the slipcase only, no books are included. Digital photo's available, inquire if interested. Other Tolkien books available, include both the UK and US editions, original cloth bindings, custom fine bindings, and Signed/Numbered/Limited Editions.	Item #1378
Custom Clamshell Case for The Hobbit, or There and Back Again
London: Allen & Unwin, 1937. J.R.R. Tolkien. Quarter Leather. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Custom Clamshell Case, Quarter Bound with Leather Spine gilt stamped with the Mountain, Title and Author, Runic Device, and Publisher, to match the original spine of the books. Please note, this case does not include a book, it is for the clamshell case only. The Dark Forest Green Leather is complimented with Custom Hand Marbled Paper by Joan Ajala of Australia, in Green, White, Grey and Blue marbling. These colors look remarkable with the colors of the original dustjackets found on the UK 1st and 2nd Editions. The cases are custom made to fit your copy, and may take a few weeks to finish out for your order. All papers, boards, and cloth are highest quality acid free, and the spine is Moroccan Leather, stamped to match the original UK spine. A beautiful compliment you house and protect your early UK Hobbit. Please be aware this listing is for the slipcase only, no books are included. Digital photo's available, inquire if interested. Other Tolkien books available, include both the UK and US editions, original cloth bindings, custom fine bindings, and Signed/Numbered/Limited Editions.	Item #1015
Custom Clamshell Case for The Hobbit, or There and Back Again, 1st US Edition
Boston: Houghton Mifflin, 1938. J.R.R. Tolkien. Quarter Leather. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Custom Clamshell Case, Full Leather cover with Bowing Hobbit and Title to front cover, Tolkien Monogram to rear. Title, Author, Dwarves Hat device, Publisher, and date gilt stamped with raised bands and gilt rules to complement the look of the original spine of the book. Please note, this case does not include a book, it is for the clamshell case only. The Black Leather is complimented with Blue insets to complement the colors of the original dustjacket. The cases are custom made at time of order, and may take a few weeks to finish out. All papers, boards, and cloth are highest quality acid free, and the leather cover is Moroccan Leather. A beautiful compliment to house and protect your First US Hobbit. Also available is a Quarter Leather and Marbled Paper style clamshell case, with the Blue Leather spine insets accented by the beautiful Blue, Black and White marbled paper by Joan Ajala of Australia. Please be aware this listing is for the slipcase only, no books are included. Digital photo's available, inquire if interested. Other Tolkien books available, include both the UK and US editions, original cloth bindings, custom fine bindings, and Signed/Numbered/Limited Editions.	Item #1219
Custom Leather Slipcase for the 1 Volume History of the Hobbit
London: Harper Collins, 2013. Black Leather. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. This open ended slipcase is custom made to house your J.R.R. Tolkien - The History of the Hobbit, published by Harper Collins in 2013. Hand made from the finest acid free bookboard and covered with Black Bonded Leather. Gilt stamped JRRT Monogram to front and rear boards. Each case will house the 1 Volume History of the Hobbit from Harper Collins Publishers. The case features a fully felt lined interior, and covered in black bonded leather. Made from highest quality acid free boards and papers. Please be aware this listing is for the slipcase only, no books are included. Other Tolkien books available, include both the UK and US editions, original cloth bindings, custom fine bindings, and Signed/Numbered/Limited Editions.	Item #1548
Price: $45.00 save 5%	$42.75
Custom Leather Slipcase for the 3 Volume History of Middle Earth
London: Harper Collins, 2002. Black Leather. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. This open ended slipcase is custom made to house your J.R.R. Tolkien - The History of Middle Earth - 3 Volume Set. Hand made from the finest acid free bookboard and covered with Black Bonded Leather. Gilt stamped JRRT Monogram,single gilt rule above and below the title, Author and Publisher. Each of these cases will house the 3 Volume Set from Harper Collins Publishers. The case features a fully felt lined interior with silk ribbon pull. Made from highest quality acid free boards and papers. Please be aware this listing is for the slipcase only, no books are included. Other Tolkien books available, include both the UK and US editions, original cloth bindings, custom fine bindings, and Signed/Numbered/Limited Editions.	Item #1515
Custom Leather Slipcase for The Adventures of Tom Bombadil or Farmer Giles of Ham, UK and US 1st Editons
Allen & Unwin. J.R.R. Tolkien. Hard Cover. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. This open ended slipcase is custom made to house your J.R.R. Tolkien Collection. Hand made from the finest acid free bookboard and covered with gilt stamped bonded leather. Each case will house the Allen & Unwin or the Houghton Mifflin books, The Adventures of Tom Bombadil or Farmer Giles of Ham 1st Editions. The cases also feature a felt lined interior and silk ribbon pull if desired. Measurements to be provided at time of purchase, so the case will be made to fit your books. Made from highest quality acid free boards and bonded leather. Please be aware this listing is for the slipcase only, no books are included. Inquire if interested. Digital photo's available, inquire if interested. Other Tolkien books available, include both the UK and US editions, original cloth bindings, custom fine bindings, and Signed/Numbered/Limited Editions.	Item #1481
Custom Leather Slipcase for The Children of Hurin, The Silmarillion, Unfinished Tales, Beren and Luthien, and The Fall of Gondor, UK and US Editons, Full Leather
Allen & Unwin. J.R.R. Tolkien. Hard Cover. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. This open ended slipcase is custom made to house a single volume of your J.R.R. Tolkien Collection. Hand made from the finest acid free bookboard and covered with gilt stamped bonded leather. Each case will house either the Houghton Mifflin or Harper Collins Editions. We have special dies for each of the following single volume books, which include The Silmarillion, Unfinished Tales, The Children of Hurin, Beren and Luthien, The Fall of Gondolin, Tree & Leaf, Tales From the Perilous Realm, and many others. The cases also feature a felt lined interior. Measurements to be provided at time of purchase, so the case will be made to fit your books. Made from highest quality acid free boards and bonded leather, color choices of black, red, green, blue, brown, and white. Please be aware this listing is for the slipcase only, no books are included. Inquire if interested. Digital photo's available, inquire if interested. Other Tolkien books available, include both the UK and US editions, original cloth bindings, custom fine bindings, and Signed/Numbered/Limited Editions.	Item #1480
Custom Leather Slipcase for The Lord of the Rings, UK and US 1st or 2nd Editons,
Allen & Unwin. J.R.R. Tolkien. Hard Cover. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. This open ended slipcase is custom made to house your J.R.R. Tolkien - The Lord of the Rings 3 volume collection. Hand made from the finest acid free bookboard and covered with gilt stamped bonded leather. Each case will house the 3 books of the trilogy, the original Allen & Unwin printings of the 1st or 2nd editions, the Houghton Mifflin 1st and 2nd editions, and The Readers Union set. The case also feature a felt lined interior and silk ribbon pull if desired. Measurements to be provided at time of purchase, so the case will be made to fit your set of books. Made from highest quality acid free boards and bonded leather. Please be aware this listing is for the slipcase only, no books are included. Inquire if interested. Digital photo's available, inquire if interested. Other Tolkien books available, include both the UK and US editions, original cloth bindings, custom fine bindings, and Signed/Numbered/Limited Editions.	Item #1474
Custom Leather Slipcase for The Story of Kullervo, 1st Editons, Full Leather and Felt Lined
Harper Collins, 2015. J.R.R. Tolkien. Hard Cover. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. This open ended slipcase is custom made to house your J.R.R. Tolkien Collection. Hand made from the finest acid free bookboard and covered with gilt stamped bonded leather. Each case will house the Harper Collins 1st Edition The Story of Kullervo. The case also features a felt lined interior. Made from highest quality acid free boards and bonded leather. Please be aware this listing is for the slipcase only, no books are included. Inquire if interested. Digital photo's available, inquire if interested. Other Tolkien books available, include both the UK and US editions, original cloth bindings, custom fine bindings, and Signed/Numbered/Limited Editions.	Item #1606
Custom Leather Slipcases for The History of Middle Earth, UK 12 Volume Series.
Harper Collins. J.R.R. Tolkien. Hard Cover. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. This set of three open ended leather slipcases is custom made to house your J.R.R. Tolkien - The History of Middle Earth 12 volume collection. Hand made from the finest acid free bookboard and covered with gilt stamped bonded leather. These can be personalized with your name, as well as the title, author, and publisher. Each of the three cases will house 4 books, the first case for the original Allen & Unwin 1st printings, the second case for the Unwin Hyman 1st printings, and the third case for the Harper Collins 1st printings. The cases also feature a fully lined interior and silk ribbon pull if desired. Measurements to be provided at time of purchase, so the case will be made to fit your set of books. Made from highest quality acid free boards and papers. Please be aware this listing is for the slipcases only, no books are included. Inquire if interested. Digital photo's available, inquire if interested. Other Tolkien books available, include both the UK and US editions, original cloth bindings, custom fine bindings, and Signed/Numbered/Limited Editions.	Item #762
Custom Slipcase for The Allen & Unwin De Luxe 1 Volume Lord of the Rings, India Paper Edition, or The Hobbit De Luxe Edition, Black Leather Covered, Felt Lined
London: Allen & Unwin. J.R.R. Tolkien. Hard Cover. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Open ended Custom slipcase to house your UK Allen & Unwin De Luxe Edition of The Lord of the Rings, India Paper Edition. Hand made from the finest acid free bookboard and covered with Black BondedLeather, features the JRRT Monogram to the back boards, with the Ring & Eye device and Tengwar title and author to the front boards.. Each case will house the original Allen & Unwin India Paper Edition, or the matching De Luxe Edition of The Hobbit. The case also features a felt lined interior. Please be aware this listing is for the slipcase only, no books are included. Inquire if interested. Digital photo's available, inquire if interested. Other Tolkien books available, include both the UK and US editions, original cloth bindings, custom fine bindings, and Signed/Numbered/Limited Editions.	Item #986
Custom Slipcase for The Hobbit, UK and US 1st or 2nd Editions
J.R.R. Tolkien. Full-Leather. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Open ended Custom slipcase to house your UK or US 1st or 2nd Edition of the Hobbit. Hand made from the finest acid free bookboard and covered with gilt stamped bonded leather. These are hot foil stamped with the original Mountains and Dragon design from J.R.R. Tolkien's original drawings or illustrations. Each case will house the original Allen & Unwin printings of the 1st or 2nd Editions as well as the Houghton Mifflin 1st or 2nd Editions. The case also features a fully lined interior. Please specify whether your book is a UK or US 1st or 2nd Edition at time of ordering. Please be aware this listing is for the slipcase only, no books are included. Inquire if interested. Digital photo's available, inquire if interested. Other Tolkien books available, include both the UK and US editions, original cloth bindings, custom fine bindings, and Signed/Numbered/Limited Editions.	Item #854
Custom Slipcase for The Lord of the Rings, US Paperback Editons
Ace Books. J.R.R. Tolkien. Hard Cover. 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall. This open ended slipcase is custom made to house your J.R.R. Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings 3 Volume Paperback Collection. Hand made from the finest acid free bookboard and covered with gilt stamped bonded leather. These feature the the Ring and Eye device to the front, with the Tolkien Monogram to the rear. Each case will house 3 books, the original Ace Paperback printings, as well as the Ballantine issues. The case also feature a fully felt lined interior. Measurements to be provided at time of purchase, so the case will be made to fit your set of books. Made from highest quality acid free boards and papers. Please be aware this listing is for the slipcase only, no books are included. Inquire if interested. Digital photo's available, inquire if interested. Other Tolkien books available, include both the UK and US editions, original cloth bindings, custom fine bindings, and Signed/Numbered/Limited Editions.	Item #1224
Custom Slipcase for the UK Deluxe History of Middle Earth Series
London: Harper Collins, 2001. Hard Cover. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. This open ended slipcase is custom made to house your J.R.R. Tolkien - The History of Middle Earth - Deluxe Series. Hand made from the finest acid free bookboard and covered with black Itallian Bookcloth, matching the original cases as provided by the publisher. Gilt stamped JRRT Monogram to one side, matching the original size and placement. Each of these cases will house 1 of the 3 Deluxe Editions from Harper Collins Publishers. The case features a fully lined interior. Please provide which of the Deluxe Editions you want the slipcase made to fit, Part 1, 2, or 3. Made from highest quality acid free boards and papers. Please be aware this listing is for the slipcase only, no books are included. Other Tolkien books available, include both the UK and US editions, original cloth bindings, custom fine bindings, and Signed/Numbered/Limited Editions.	Item #1383
Custom Slipcase, The Lord of the Rings, Custom Slipcase Only
Pauline Baynes. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Custom, made to fit, open ended slipcase to house your Tolkien - Lord of the Rings collection. Black cloth exterior, recessed panels with laminated facsimile illustrations from the Pauline Baynes Triptych slipcase. Fully lined interior. A reproduction of the 1963 Deluxe Edition slipcase. Measurements to be provided at time of purchase, so the case will be made to fit your set of books. Most Allen & Unwin and Houghton Mifflin copies of 1st and 2nd editions will fit. Made from highest quality acid free boards and papers. Please be aware this listing is for the slipcase only, no books are included. Inquire if interested.	Item #270
The Devil's Coach-Horses, The Unauthorized Reprint
Jersey: Edward Brothers, 1925. First Thus. Unbound. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. The Devil's Coach-Horses, by J.R.R. Tolkien. From Hammond and Anderson, C19, page 346: This is "a probably unauthorized reprint, 6 pp., was published under the imprint 'Jersey: Edward Brothers, 1925' but is reset in Montype Bembo, a typeface cut in 1929". No correct printing date is given. This is an early essay, by J.R.R. Tolkien, originally published in the Review of English Studies in 1925 on the Old English eafor, Middle English aver. The pages are clean and bright, no markings or bent corners, in Near Fine/Fine condition. Digital photo's available, inquire if interested. Other Tolkien books available, include both the UK and US editions, original cloth bindings, custom fine bindings, and Signed/Numbered/Limited Editions.	Item #1165
The Fall of Gondolin, UK First Edition Signed By Alan Lee, with Custom Leather Slipcase
London: Harper Collins, 2018. Alan Lee. First Trade. Original Cloth. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. The Fall of Gondolin, by J.R.R. Tolkien. Published by Harper Collins in 2018, a 1st impression, signed by the illustrator Alan Lee. No faults, no bumps, As New. "A brand new standalone tale of Middle-earth, the third and final of J.R.R. Tolkien's 'Great Tales" "Using the original manuscripts and many sources spaced over decades, Christopher Tolkien has constructed a linked narrative of the first real story of Tolkien's imaginary world. Includes a red and black Map of Beleriand drawn by Christopher Tolkien, which appears as a fold out sheet. Eight color paintings and fifteen pencil sketches, specially commissioned from award winning artist, Alan Lee. Includes a preface and chapter by Christopher Tolkien on the evolution and writing of the tale. Housed in a custom black leather slipcase, stamped in gold with custom device to the front boards, Tolkien JRRT Monogram to the rear boards, no previous owners names, or any other markings, As New. Digital photo's available, inquire if interested. Other Tolkien books available, include both the UK and US editions, original cloth bindings, custom fine bindings, and Signed/Numbered/Limited Editions.	Item #1967
Farmer Giles of Ham, 1975 Large Print Edition
Bath: Cedric Chivers Ltd, 1975. Pauline Diana Baynes. First Thus. Hard Cover. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Farmer Giles of Ham, The Rise and Wonderful Adventures of Farmer Giles, Lord of Tame, Count of Worminghall and King of the Little Kingdom, by J.R.R. Tolkien. This is his second major published work, preceded only by the Hobbit. Published in 1949, this is the 1st Large Print Edition published by Cedric Chivers Ltd, in it's original dustjacket. A Fine book, with no soiling, no previous owners names or any other markings. The original dustjacket is not priceclipped and in Fine condition, having been removed from an early archival protector, which has done an outstanding job of preserving the dustjacket in it's original As New condition. The textblock is clean and bright, without fault. No foxing or offsetting, with the trimmed edges clean and bright as well. No previous owner names or writing noted. There are no color plates in this edition, having the original color plates reproduced in black and white. All illustrations by Pauline Baynes are present, as in the original, on almost every page. Highly collectable, this is a beautiful copy for any Tolkien fans collection. Digital photo's available, inquire if interested. Other Tolkien books available, include both the UK and US editions, original cloth bindings, custom fine bindings, and Signed/Numbered/Limited Editions.	Item #1251
Farmer Giles of Ham, The Rise and Wonderful Adventures of Farmer Giles, Lord of Tame, Count of Worminghall and King of the Little Kingdom, 1st US Edition 1st Impression with Original Dustjacket, Signed By Illustrator Pauline Baynes
Riverside Press Cambridge: Houghton Mifflin, 1950. Pauline Baynes. 1st Edition, Hobbits, Lord of the Rings, Hard Cover. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Farmer Giles of Ham, The Rise and Wonderful Adventures of Farmer Giles, Lord of Tame, Count of Worminghall and King of the Little Kingdom, by J.R.R. Tolkien. This is his second major published work, preceded only by the Hobbit. Published in 1950, printed in Great Britain, this is the 1st impression of the 1st Edition, published by Houghton Mifflin. A Very Good Plus book, signed to the title page by the Illustrator, Pauline Diana Baynes. This was her first commission for Tolkien, who famously said of her Farmer Giles work, that it had "reduced {his} text to a commentary on her drawings". The covers are clean with a moisture mark to the front lower board reaching the lower spine area. The corners are a little bruised with a minor amount of wrinkling and color loss to the dustjacket. The book has a tight binding, with no names or writing, no foxing or offsetting noted. Some light fading to the spine of the dustjacket, with original dustjacket being price clipped to both front and rear flap. Very Good Plus/Near Fine condition, showing a little edgewear, mainly to the top of the spine. The blue and orange colors are bright and clean, no spots or soiling. Textblock is clean and tight, without any foxing, no names or writing, other than the illustrator's signature to the title page. Features two color plates by Pauline Baynes, as well as being illustrated on almost every page with her line drawings. Highly collectable in this signed state, this is a lovely copy for any Tolkien fans collection. Housed in a custom leather slipcase, featuring Tolkien's line drawing of Chrysophylax, gilt stamped to front and the JRRT Monogram to the rear. Digital photo's available, inquire if interested. Other Tolkien books available, include both the UK and US editions, original cloth bindings, custom fine bindings, and Signed/Numbered/Limited Editions.	Item #1483
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