The Lord Of The Rings [The Fellowship of the Ring; The Two Towers; The Return of the King, 4/2/1]
Published by London George Allen & Unwin 1955, 1955
- First Edition
- Hardcover
- Used
Seller: Rainford & Parris Books - PBFA, Bishop's Stortford, United KingdomRainford & Parris Books - PBFA
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Association member: PBFA
View this seller's itemsCondition: Used - Near fine
US$ 5,566.21
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Jacket Condition: . A first edition set from 1955 comprising The Fellowship of the Ring (4th Impression); The Two Towers (2nd Impression); The Return of the King (1st Impression),each with folding map at the rear. Finely re-bound in red leather with gilt top edges and JRRT device to lower fore corner of the front covers and housed in a black leather slipcase bearing the all seeing eye device (as on the first edition dust jacket) and JRRT device in gilt on either side of the case. The bindings and slipcase are in fine condition. Internally, there is no name or inscription though there are sporadic foxing spots and small marks across all volumes. A very presentable early set. Rainford & Parris Books welcomes enquiries, so please do not hesitate to ask if you require further images or have any questions. All books are packaged with great care.
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Bibliographic details
- Title
- The Lord Of The Rings [The Fellowship of the Ring; The Two Towers; The Return of the King, 4/2/1]
- Author
- TOLKIEN, J R R
- Publisher
- London George Allen & Unwin 1955
- Publication year
- 1955
- Condition
- Near Fine
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Seller catalogs
- Modern Firsts, Science Fiction
Rainford & Parris Books - PBFA
Bishop's Stortford, United Kingdom
Shipping rates from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
| Item | 3 to 7 business days | 3 to 7 business days |
|---|---|---|
| First item | US$ 45.93 | US$ 45.93 |
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Store description
Rainford & Parris Books is a small family business based on the Hertfordshire / Essex border, close to London Stansted Airport. We are full-time booksellers specialising mainly in Modern First Editions, Children's Books, Illustrated books and Nineteenth Century Literature, as well as assorted fine and interesting books.
Specialty
Modern First Editions, Illustrated Books, Poetry, Literature, Children's BooksAssociation member
Seller's business information
Rainford & Parris Books - PBFA
United Kingdom
Terms of sale
Books remain the property of Rainford & Parris Books until payment is received in full. Rainford & Parris Books cannot be held responsible if an item is delayed during transit - any claims due to losses incurred due to delay will need to be made to the postal service / courier direct. The buyer is responsible for the payment of any additional VAT, duty or other charge or tax that may be applied. Postage, packing and insurance are extra at cost. Courier services may be used for multiple book orders or sets of books. Please notify us prior to returning any books. Books may be returned within fourteen days of receipt, providing the books are repacked to at least the same standard as the original packaging and returned in the same condition as received.
Shipping terms
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