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Published by Houghton Mifflin, 1976
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
Seller: PSBooks, Palm Springs, CA, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Two-page illustrations of Wilderland and Thor's Map drawn by the author. Green leatherette cover with gilt decoration on cover and spine. Red dye on upper edge. Tiny nick on upper corner, only noticeable on close inspection. In fine slipcase.
Published by Houghton Mifflin, 1973
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Book
Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.
Published by Clarion Books, 1973
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Book
Condition: New.
Published by Houghton Mifflin, Boston, 1973
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
Seller: Grand Eagle Retail, Wilmington, DE, U.S.A.
Book
Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. This deluxe collector's edition of Tolkien's modern classic is boxed and bound in green leatherette with gold and red foil rune stamping on the spine and cover. The text pages are printed in black with green accents. It includes five full page illustrations in full color and many more in two color in addition to Thror's map all prepared by the author. J.R.R. Tolkien's own description for the original edition: "If you care for journeys there and back, out of the comfortable Western world, over the edge of the Wild, and home again, and can take an interest in a humble hero (blessed with a little wisdom and a little courage and considerable good luck), here is a record of such a journey and such a traveler. The period is the ancient time between the age of Faerie and the dominion of men, when the famous forest of Mirkwood was still standing, and the mountains were full of danger. In following the path of this humble adventurer, you will learn by the way (as he did) if you do not already know all about these things much about trolls, goblins, dwarves, and elves, and get some glimpses into the history and politics of a neglected but important period. For Mr. Bilbo Baggins visited various notable persons; conversed with the dragon, Smaug the Magnificent; and was present, rather unwillingly, at the Battle of the Five Armies. This is all the more remarkable, since he was a hobbit. Hobbits have hitherto been passed over in history and legend, perhaps because they as a rule preferred comfort to excitement. But this account, based on his personal memoirs, of the one exciting year in the otherwise quiet life of Mr. Baggins will give you a fair idea of the estimable people now (it is said) becoming rather rare. They do not like noise." This deluxe collector's edition of Tolkien's modern classic is boxed and bound in green leatherette with gold and red foil rune stamping on the spine and cover. The text pages are printed in black with green accents. It includes five full page illustrations in full color and many more in two color in addition to Thror's map all prepared by the author. J.R.R. Tolkien's own description for the original edition: "If you care for journeys there and back, out of the comfortable Western world, over the edge of the Wild, and home again, and can take an interest in a humble hero (blessed with a little wisdom and a little courage and considerable good luck), here is a record of such a journey and such a traveler. The period is the ancient time between the age of Faerie and the dominion of men, when the famous forest of Mirkwood was still standing, and the mountains were full of danger. In following the path of this humble adventurer, you will learn by the way (as he did) if you do not already know all about these things much about trolls, goblins, dwarves, and elves, and get some glimpses into the history and politics of a neglected but important period. For Mr. Bilbo Baggins visited various notable persons; conversed with the dragon, Smaug the Magnificent; and was present, rather unwillingly, at the Battle of the Five Armies. This is all the more remarkable, since he was a hobbit. Hobbits have hitherto been passed over in history and legend, perhaps because they as a rule preferred comfort to excitement. But this account, based on his personal memoirs, of the one exciting year in the otherwise quiet life of Mr. Baggins will give you a fair idea of the estimable people now (it is said)becoming rather rare. They do not like noise." Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
Published by Houghton Mifflin, 1973
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
Seller: ThriftBooksVintage, Tukwila, WA, U.S.A.
Book
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Dust jacket missing. Minor shelf and handling wear, overall a clean solid copy with minimal signs of use. NO SLIPCASE. Secure packaging for safe delivery. 1.8.
Published by Houghton Mifflin, 1973
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
Seller: ThriftBooksVintage, Tukwila, WA, U.S.A.
Book
Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Shelf and handling wear to cover and binding, with general signs of previous use. Wear commensurate with age and use. Gift inscription in ink on front endpaper, otherwise clean and unmarked copy. Slipcase lightly scuffed, otherwise intact. Secure packaging for safe delivery. 1.8.
Published by Houghton Mifflin, 1973
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
Seller: ThriftBooksVintage, Tukwila, WA, U.S.A.
Book
Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Dust jacket missing. Shelf and handling wear to cover and binding, with general signs of previous use. Wear commensurate with age and use. Clean unmarked copy. Light scuffing and smudging across boards and spine strip. Secure packaging for safe delivery. 1.8.
Published by Houghton Mifflin Company, Boston, 1966
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
Seller: Turn-The-Page Books, Skyway, WA, U.S.A.
Book
Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. 50th Anniversary edition. Decorative gold hard cover with matching gold slipcase. Both book is in Fine condition, slipcase is Very Good, a bit shelf rubbed. 317pp., illustrations by the author. Wonderful copy. Size: 8vo - 8" - 9" Tall.
Published by Houghton Mifflin, 1973
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
Seller: ThriftBooksVintage, Tukwila, WA, U.S.A.
Book
Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Shelf and handling wear to cover and binding, with general signs of previous use. Wear commensurate with age and use. Clean unmarked copy. Light scuffing along page edges. Light bumping and scuffing to slipcase, otherwise intact. Secure packaging for safe delivery. 1.8.
Published by Boston, MA: Houghton Mifflin, 1997, 1st HM Slipcased Edition, 6th Printing, Boston, Massachusetts, 1997
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
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Hard Cover. Condition: Fine (see description). J R R Tolkien (illustrator). Later Printing. -----------( 6th printing of this US SLIPCASED HM edition ) ---hardcover, a Fine example in dark green faux leather boards, --- no dustjacket as issued, housed in a lightly rubbed Near Fine slipcase, ---outer edge of the text block is marbled green vs the later editions which were speckled green, text on spine and front board is is in English as well as in Tolkien's Middle Earth Elvish ( almost RUNIC ) script --- full page colour plates by Tolkien as well as some two-tone illustrations, two double page Tolkien drawn maps showing Middle Earth and the Wilderland, a nice gift worthy copy of this classic fantasy, no writing in the book, ---LOOKS NEW ---, any image directly beside this listing is the actual book and not a generic photo ///NOT SIGNED ---GUARANTEED to be AVAILABLE/// ---sizes are approximate (generally within 1/8 inch)--- Size: 7w x 9.25h Inches. Not Signed.
Published by Houghton Mifflin, 1973
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
Seller: ThriftBooksVintage, Tukwila, WA, U.S.A.
Book
Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Shelf and handling wear to cover and binding, with general signs of previous use. Secure packaging for safe delivery. 1.8.
Published by Houghton Mifflin Company, Boston, MA, 1987
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
Seller: Lazy S Books, Austin, TX, U.S.A.
Book
Slip Case. Condition: Very Good - Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good - Fine. J. R. R. Tolkien (illustrator). Book Club Edition. A presumed BCE (blind stamp at the bottom right of the rear board) of the 50th anniversary edition of Tolkien's classic. Slip cased - no DJ. The publication date is also presumed as it is not stated. Gold boards with green lettering and green & red decoration. The slip case is also gold with a 50th anniversary plate affixed to the front. Minimal wear. Faint foxing to the fore edge of the pages. The interior is clean and crisp with creamy white pages. A very good or better copy. A heavy book that may require additional postage.
Published by Houghton Mifflin, 1973
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
Seller: ThriftBooksVintage, Tukwila, WA, U.S.A.
Book
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Limited edition, seventh printing. Minor shelf and handling wear, overall a clean solid copy with minimal signs of use. Includes slipcase in good condition. The text block is clean and free of staining. The text block includes extensive illustrations. The binding suffers minor loosening due to age and wear, but remains secure and in-tact; the pages are clean and unmarked. Secure packaging for safe delivery. 1.8.
Published by Houghton Mifflin, 1973
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
Seller: ThriftBooksVintage, Tukwila, WA, U.S.A.
Book
Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Shelf and handling wear to cover and binding, with general signs of previous use. Slipcase missing. No markings or notations. The binding is tight; the pages are clean and unmarked. Secure packaging for safe delivery. 1.8.
Published by Houghton Mifflin, 1973
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
Seller: ThriftBooksVintage, Tukwila, WA, U.S.A.
Book
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Minor shelf and handling wear, overall a clean solid copy with minimal signs of use. Includes slipcase in very good condition. The binding suffers moderate loosening due to age and wear, but remains secure and in-tact; the pages are clean and unmarked. Secure packaging for safe delivery. 1.8.
Published by Houghton Mifflin Company, Boston, Massachusetts, USA, 1997
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
Seller: Mattabesset Books, Kensington, CT, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Fine. J. R. R. Tolkien (illustrator). 2nd Edition. Houghton Mifflin Company, Boston, Massachusetts, USA, 1997. Twenty-third (23rd) Printing (from the number line) of the Second Edition. Note that the first edition was published in 1937. After the publication of The Lord of the Rings ("LOTR"), Tolkien revised The Hobbit in 1966 to conform to changes made to Bilbo's story in the LOTR. This printing is dated 1997 based on information on the copyright page regarding assignment of the copyright to the J. R.R. Tolkien Copyright Trust. Very Fine in As New Slipcase. No Dust Jacket. The Text Block is immaculate, bright white, tight, straight and square with all edges green dotted, and no markings of any kind. The Binding is bright dark green leatherette with red and gold designs to the front board, and red (mildly sunned) and gold design and title, etc. to spine, The Slipcase is flawless green with title and author paste-on to front. See photos. 317 pages. 7" x 9 1/4". Illustrated by the author with color plates and two maps. NOTE: This book is heavy, weighing 1 kilogram/2.2 lb. and will require extra postage for international shipment. ISBN 10: 0395177111 ISBN 13: 9780395177112.
Published by Houghton Mifflin, 1973
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
Seller: GreatBookPricesUK, Castle Donington, DERBY, United Kingdom
Book
Condition: New.
Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt 1973-10-24, Boston, 1973
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
Seller: JMCbooksonline, Cheverie, NS, Canada
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Condition: Fine. 50th Anniversary Edition. A fine hardcover copy of The Hobbit, Former owners name on inside cover, otherwise in fine condition. 50th Anniversary Edition. Fine in gold simulated leather covered boards with red and gilt decorations and text stamped on the spine and front board. The top edge of the text block is stained a yellow-orange. Issued without a dust jacket and it is lacking the paper covered slip case. The Hobbit is the first story in Tolkien's grand work. With illustrations by the author. A very handsome and collectable copy.
Published by Houghton Mifflin, Boston, 1973
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
Seller: Harry E Bagley Books Ltd, Fredericton, NB, Canada
Book
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Collector's Edition. gold, gilt dec. pict. leatherette, boxed, 317 pages. illustrated by the author, title-page vignette,11 full page plates, (4 in full color), 2 double-page maps, ex private library w/bookplate inside front cover, else a clean, bright copy.
Published by Clarion Books, 1973
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
Seller: GreatBookPricesUK, Castle Donington, DERBY, United Kingdom
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Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.
Published by HarperCollins, 2001
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
Seller: Three Geese in Flight Celtic Books, Los Angeles, CA, U.S.A.
Art / Print / Poster
Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Illustrated Edition: Collectable. Collectible Fine Green Leatherette Hardcover with Fine Green and Gold Rune Illuminated Slipcase. Color Illustrated with J.R.R. Tolkien's Paintings, Drawings and Maps. Clean 317 pp. NO Writing NO signatures. Pristine condition. Later Harper Collins Printing. Perhaps 44th printing 2001. Special Tolkien Illustrated Slipcase Edition Exquisite Gilt Two Color Spine and Cover. You know the tale from Hobbiton and Back Again with Bilbo Baggins Esquire and Gandalf and Dwarves. See all our Three Geese In Flight Book Scans for Edition, Illustrations, Map and Slipcase! Great Gift!.
Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt 1973-10-24, Boston, 1973
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
Seller: JMCbooksonline, Cheverie, NS, Canada
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Condition: Fine. Illustrated Edition: Collectable. A fine later printing hardcover in a near fine slip case, picture shows damage to slip case and wear to fronts piece. A very fine collectable copy. This deluxe collector's edition of Tolkien's modern classic is boxed and bound in green leatherette with gold and red foil rune stamping on the spine and cover. The text pages are printed in black with green accents. It includes five full page illustrations in full color and many more in two color in addition to Thror's map -- all prepared by the author. J.R.R. Tolkien's own description for the original edition: "If you care for journeys there and back, out of the comfortable Western world, over the edge of the Wild, and home again, and can take an interest in a humble hero (blessed with a little wisdom and a little courage and considerable good luck), here is a record of such a journey and such a traveler. The period is the ancient time between the age of Faerie and the dominion of men, when the famous forest of Mirkwood was still standing, and the mountains were full of danger. In following the path of this humble adventurer, you will learn by the way (as he did) -- if you do not already know all about these things -- much about trolls, goblins, dwarves, and elves, and get some glimpses into the history and politics of a neglected but important period. For Mr. Bilbo Baggins visited various notable persons; conversed with the dragon, Smaug the Magnificent; and was present, rather unwillingly, at the Battle of the Five Armies. This is all the more remarkable, since he was a hobbit. Hobbits have hitherto been passed over in history and legend, perhaps because they as a rule preferred comfort to excitement. But this account, based on his personal memoirs, of the one exciting year in the otherwise quiet life of Mr. Baggins will give you a fair idea of the estimable people now (it is said) becoming rather rare. They do not like noise.".
Published by Houghton Mifflin, 1987
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
Seller: Book Catch & Release, HULL, IA, U.S.A.
Book
Hardcover. Condition: As New. No Jacket. Author (illustrator). In a fine gold slipcase. Gold cover with green and red runes trim in beautiful condition. Text is clean, unmarked; binding is solid; includes colored map illustrations. Foreword by author's son, Christopher Tolkien, gives a peek into his father's writing, drawing, and creating of the Hobbit's adventure.
Published by HOUGHTON MIFFLIN, 1973
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
Seller: moluna, Greven, Germany
Book
Gebunden. Condition: New. Über den AutorJ.R.R. TOLKIEN (1892-1973) is the creator of Middle-earth and author of such classic and extraordinary works of fiction as The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, and The Silmarillion. His books have been .
Published by Houghton Mifflin, Boston, 1973
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
Seller: AussieBookSeller, Truganina, VIC, Australia
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Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. This deluxe collector's edition of Tolkien's modern classic is boxed and bound in green leatherette with gold and red foil rune stamping on the spine and cover. The text pages are printed in black with green accents. It includes five full page illustrations in full color and many more in two color in addition to Thror's map all prepared by the author. J.R.R. Tolkien's own description for the original edition: "If you care for journeys there and back, out of the comfortable Western world, over the edge of the Wild, and home again, and can take an interest in a humble hero (blessed with a little wisdom and a little courage and considerable good luck), here is a record of such a journey and such a traveler. The period is the ancient time between the age of Faerie and the dominion of men, when the famous forest of Mirkwood was still standing, and the mountains were full of danger. In following the path of this humble adventurer, you will learn by the way (as he did) if you do not already know all about these things much about trolls, goblins, dwarves, and elves, and get some glimpses into the history and politics of a neglected but important period. For Mr. Bilbo Baggins visited various notable persons; conversed with the dragon, Smaug the Magnificent; and was present, rather unwillingly, at the Battle of the Five Armies. This is all the more remarkable, since he was a hobbit. Hobbits have hitherto been passed over in history and legend, perhaps because they as a rule preferred comfort to excitement. But this account, based on his personal memoirs, of the one exciting year in the otherwise quiet life of Mr. Baggins will give you a fair idea of the estimable people now (it is said) becoming rather rare. They do not like noise." This deluxe collector's edition of Tolkien's modern classic is boxed and bound in green leatherette with gold and red foil rune stamping on the spine and cover. The text pages are printed in black with green accents. It includes five full page illustrations in full color and many more in two color in addition to Thror's map all prepared by the author. J.R.R. Tolkien's own description for the original edition: "If you care for journeys there and back, out of the comfortable Western world, over the edge of the Wild, and home again, and can take an interest in a humble hero (blessed with a little wisdom and a little courage and considerable good luck), here is a record of such a journey and such a traveler. The period is the ancient time between the age of Faerie and the dominion of men, when the famous forest of Mirkwood was still standing, and the mountains were full of danger. In following the path of this humble adventurer, you will learn by the way (as he did) if you do not already know all about these things much about trolls, goblins, dwarves, and elves, and get some glimpses into the history and politics of a neglected but important period. For Mr. Bilbo Baggins visited various notable persons; conversed with the dragon, Smaug the Magnificent; and was present, rather unwillingly, at the Battle of the Five Armies. This is all the more remarkable, since he was a hobbit. Hobbits have hitherto been passed over in history and legend, perhaps because they as a rule preferred comfort to excitement. But this account, based on his personal memoirs, of the one exciting year in the otherwise quiet life of Mr. Baggins will give you a fair idea of the estimable people now (it is said)becoming rather rare. They do not like noise." Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.
Published by HOUGHTON MIFFLIN COMPANY, BOSTON, 1996
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
Seller: ViewFair Books, Live Oak, FL, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. TITLE: THE HOBBIT OR THERE AND BACK AGAIN By J. R. R. TOLKIEN 1966 Third Printing AUTHOR: J. R. R. TOLKIEN PUBLISHER - (LOCATION) / COPYRIGHT: HOUGHTON MIFFLIN COMPANY, BOSTON 1996 This book is possibly newer because there is an ISBN on the copyright page! EDITION: THIRD PRINTING H ISBN: 0395177111 CATEGORY: Sci-Fi, Adventure, Rare BINDING/COVER: Hardback with slipcase COLOR: GREEN SIZE: 6 ½ x 9 ½ (approximately) PAGES: 317 pages. CONDITION: The slipcase in good condition; there are small chips and/or light bruise. The book is in good condition; there are minor scuffs to the bottom edges of the spine. There is an inscription in ink on the first front free endpaper "To Papa on May 10, 1996 Lots of Love - Winnie & Christie." Book is without other marks or writings, pages are clean and book is tight and sturdy. All the pages are present in book. Good+/Good+ slipcase condition. BACKGROUND/DESCRIPTION: Illustrated by the author. This book is possibly newer than 1966, because there is an ISBN on the copyright page! COMPETITIVE PRICING! Once paid, book(s) will ship immediately to customer (it's on the way), you are welcome to email about shipment date! REFUNDS: All ViewFair books, prints, and manuscript items are 100% refundable up to 14 business days after item is received. InvCodePrc E H V VIEWFAIR BOOKS: 008747.
Published by HMH Books for Young Readers, 1973
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
Seller: ODDS & ENDS BOOKS, Sherwood Forest, CA, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. 50TH Anniversary Edition NEAR FINE clean copy, GOLD with RED/GREEN accents binding SOLID/slipcase in GOLD NEAR FINE.
Published by HMH Books for Young Readers, 1973
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
Seller: ODDS & ENDS BOOKS, Sherwood Forest, CA, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. 1994 Rewed Edition/28th Printing Stated Hunter Green Leather with Gold/Red accents on cover/spine in a slipcase all are NEAR FINE Condition - FREE SHIPPING WITHIN THE USA!.
Published by Houghton Mifflin Company, Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A., 1966
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
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Slipcased. Condition: Fine. Tolkien, J. R. R. (illustrator). Collector's Edition. Deluxe slipcased collector's edition of Tolkien's classic fantasy, beautifully illustrated with pastel colored plates, line drawings, & maps, all drawn by the author himself, in 317 pages. First published in this edition in the 1970s, this is a later (13th printing). Handsome hardcover octavo has deep green faux leather boards decorated & lettered in red & gilt to front & spine, green marbling to all outside page edges. Condition is Fine: looks & feels Brand New! Exceptionally clean & bright, pages white & unmarked, binding straight & strong. The green leatherette box is sturdy & strong, but downgraded to VG because of bumping & tearing of paper to one top edge of opening side (see photos). Else, perfect: paper pastedown clean & unworn. Our photos depict the exact book you will receive, never "stock" images of books we don't actually have! Same day shipping on all orders received by 2 pm weekdays (Pacific time); later orders, weekends & holidays ship very next business day.
Published by Houghton Mifflin, Boston, 1973
ISBN 10: 0395177111ISBN 13: 9780395177112
Seller: CitiRetail, Stevenage, United Kingdom
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Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. This deluxe collector's edition of Tolkien's modern classic is boxed and bound in green leatherette with gold and red foil rune stamping on the spine and cover. The text pages are printed in black with green accents. It includes five full page illustrations in full color and many more in two color in addition to Thror's map all prepared by the author. J.R.R. Tolkien's own description for the original edition: "If you care for journeys there and back, out of the comfortable Western world, over the edge of the Wild, and home again, and can take an interest in a humble hero (blessed with a little wisdom and a little courage and considerable good luck), here is a record of such a journey and such a traveler. The period is the ancient time between the age of Faerie and the dominion of men, when the famous forest of Mirkwood was still standing, and the mountains were full of danger. In following the path of this humble adventurer, you will learn by the way (as he did) if you do not already know all about these things much about trolls, goblins, dwarves, and elves, and get some glimpses into the history and politics of a neglected but important period. For Mr. Bilbo Baggins visited various notable persons; conversed with the dragon, Smaug the Magnificent; and was present, rather unwillingly, at the Battle of the Five Armies. This is all the more remarkable, since he was a hobbit. Hobbits have hitherto been passed over in history and legend, perhaps because they as a rule preferred comfort to excitement. But this account, based on his personal memoirs, of the one exciting year in the otherwise quiet life of Mr. Baggins will give you a fair idea of the estimable people now (it is said) becoming rather rare. They do not like noise." This deluxe collector's edition of Tolkien's modern classic is boxed and bound in green leatherette with gold and red foil rune stamping on the spine and cover. The text pages are printed in black with green accents. It includes five full page illustrations in full color and many more in two color in addition to Thror's map all prepared by the author. J.R.R. Tolkien's own description for the original edition: "If you care for journeys there and back, out of the comfortable Western world, over the edge of the Wild, and home again, and can take an interest in a humble hero (blessed with a little wisdom and a little courage and considerable good luck), here is a record of such a journey and such a traveler. The period is the ancient time between the age of Faerie and the dominion of men, when the famous forest of Mirkwood was still standing, and the mountains were full of danger. In following the path of this humble adventurer, you will learn by the way (as he did) if you do not already know all about these things much about trolls, goblins, dwarves, and elves, and get some glimpses into the history and politics of a neglected but important period. For Mr. Bilbo Baggins visited various notable persons; conversed with the dragon, Smaug the Magnificent; and was present, rather unwillingly, at the Battle of the Five Armies. This is all the more remarkable, since he was a hobbit. Hobbits have hitherto been passed over in history and legend, perhaps because they as a rule preferred comfort to excitement. But this account, based on his personal memoirs, of the one exciting year in the otherwise quiet life of Mr. Baggins will give you a fair idea of the estimable people now (it is said)becoming rather rare. They do not like noise." Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.