The Silmarillion
J.R.R. Tolkien. Edited by Christopher Tolkien.
Sold by Lanna Antique, Perth, United Kingdom
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AbeBooks Seller since August 3, 2011
Used - Hardcover
Condition: Used - Near fine
Quantity: 1 available
Add to basketSold by Lanna Antique, Perth, United Kingdom
Association Member:
AbeBooks Seller since August 3, 2011
Condition: Used - Near fine
Quantity: 1 available
Add to basketThe Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien, edited and published after the author's death by his son Christopher Tolkien, presents the mythic prehistory of Middle-earth, recounting the creation of the world and the great struggles of the First Age that set the stage for The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. Issued by George Allen & Unwin in 1977, it was the first publication of Tolkien's lifelong legendarium, bringing together the ancient tales, languages, and histories that form the foundation of his fictional universe.
The Silmarillion, by J.R.R. Tolkien. Edited by Christopher Tolkien.
Published by George Allen & Unwin, London, 1977. First UK domestic edition. Printed by Billings & Sons Limited, Guildford, London and Worcester.
This is the true first UK domestic edition, first impression. The book contains the following identifying features:
- Printed by Billings (export edition printed by William Clowes);
- £4.95 price on flap (export is unpriced);
- 'asssembled' spelt incorrectly on p.190;
- and dark tint to top edge of text block.
A near fine blue cloth hardback with gilt titles, with original dustjacket. Minor rubbing to book. The very good dustjacket is now covered in removable protective plastic, and is slightly sunned to spine, and top edge. Jacket with some rubbing and wear. Flaps are unclipped.
Text is near fine and is soundly bound. Bright and clean throughout.
The fold-out map is exceptionally good, with no faults, and remains bright and clean.
A smart first edition.
Text in English.
365pp + fold-out map affixed to final blank.
Dimensions: approx 230mm high x 150mm wide x 33mm deep.
Weight: approximately 656g (unpacked).
Seller Inventory # LAN9991
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