The Lord of the Rings, 2nd US Edition Early Impressions in Original Publishers Slipcase

Tolkien, J.R.R.

Published by Houghton Mifflin, Boston, 1969

The Lord of the Rings, by J.R.R. Tolkien. Published in 1969 by Houghton Mifflin, 1965 Second Editions, 5th/4th/4th impressions . An exceptionally clean and bright set of this classic of fantasy literature. The set is in original cloth with the original unpriced dustjackets, now in removable archival protectors. The black cloth boards feature Tolkien's original "Ring & Eye" device stamped in various colors, with matching topstain and dustjacket color on each book. The books are all in Near Fine condition, the gilt title & author on the spine is clean and bright on the books. No names or writing or foxing whatsoever to the books. The Very Good Plus dustjackets show slight rubbing to the edges and tips of the spines, with almost no chipping or color loss. The spines are slightly faded as is common to these brightly colored jackets. The dustjackets are unpriced and not clipped, and all have the blindstamp on the rear boards, meaning these are the Book Club not the Trade Edition. The topstain on the books is unmarked and clean, slightly darkened but not faded. The set is housed in the original publishers slipcase in Near Fine condition showing a little fading to the back side panel from sun exposure. Original maps are attached at the rear free endpaper recto, in Near Fine condition, with no tears or extra folds. A lovely vibrant early set of the 2nd US Edition. 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. Seller Inventory # 002684

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Lord of the Rings, 2nd US Edition Early ...
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin, Boston
Publication Date: 1969
Binding: Hardcover
Illustrator: J.R.R. Tolkien
Condition: Near Fine
Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good Plus
Edition: 2nd Edition