Lord of the Rings Trilogy
Estimate: £400 – £600
A landmark offering for literary collectors stars in the rare books section of our upcoming sale: an impressive three-volume set of J. R. R. Tolkien’s legendary The Lord of the Rings trilogy, published by George Allen & Unwin Ltd.
This early first-edition set comprises The Fellowship of the Ring (fourth impression, November 1955) in a elegant quarter leather binding with marbled boards, alongside matching half leather bound copies of The Two Towers (second impression, 1955) and The Return of the King (second impression, November 1955). Beautifully rebound to preserve these classic mid-century printings, the set represents a prime opportunity to acquire early impressions of one of the 20th century’s most defining literary works.
Key Details & Specifications
- Author: J. R. R. Tolkien
- Publisher: George Allen & Unwin Ltd., London
- Volumes Included:
- The Fellowship of the Ring (4th Impression, Nov 1955) — Quarter leather with marbled boards.
- The Two Towers (2nd Impression, 1955) — Half leather binding.
- The Return of the King (2nd Impression, Nov 1955) — Half leather binding.
- Auction Estimate: £400 – £600
- Auction Date: Live Auction, 21st September
This remarkable trilogy will go under the hammer in our Live Auction on 21st September, providing bibliophiles and fantasy enthusiasts a wonderful chance to own a piece of classic publishing history.
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