J.R.R. Tolkien - The Hobbit - 1969

This is an early paperback copy, of J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Hobbit Or There And Back Again". The 3rd Edition is highly sought-after as it features Tolkien's "Death of Smaug" on the covers, and Thror’s Map and the Map of Wilderland on the first and last pages. The earliest copies of the paperback feature the price "8s 6d net" on the front cover. This copy remains in Good condition. It would make a great addition to any children's illustrated library or private collection.

CONDITION & FEATURES

- Good overall condition - lightly read
- Tolkien illustration to the covers
- Maps to the front & back pages
- Price "8s 6d net" to the front cover
- Pages are straight and clean - some minor wear to corners
- Text-block is complete
- Binding and Hinges are secure
- Covers are mostly straight & bright - corners are a little worn
- Spine is straight - minor ceasing and small tear to the tail
- No inscriptions or scribbles

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SUMMARY

- The Hobbit Or There And Back Again
- Written by J.R.R. Tolkien
- Covers illustrated by J.R.R. Tolkien
- Printed 1969, 3rd Edition, 7th Impression
- Published by George Allen & Unwin, London
- Softcover

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CONDITION TERMINOLOGY

Fine (F): An excellent copy, showing next to no wear. Likely unread.

Near Fine (NF): Small signs of wear, but still an excellent copy. Possibly unread.

Very Good (VG): A very good copy. Expect a few signs of wear but nothing overtly detrimental to the book. Lightly read.

Good (G): A generally very good copy, but with the possibility of either a large number of minor defects, or a few more significant defects which will be noted.

Fair: An average book that has complete text pages but may lack endpapers, half-title, etc. Binding, jacket (if any), etc., may also be worn. May require repairs.

Poor: A book that is heavily worn, possibly with broken joints, hinges, missing pages, etc. Generally only rare books are sold in this condition. Likely to require repairs.

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SHIPPING

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