Tolkien (RARE Export Copy) - The Silmarillion - 1977

This is a very rare 1st Edition copy of J.R.R. Tolkien’s; “The Silmarillion". This is the true First Edition (often called the Export Edition) and it was produced before the copies intended for UK distribution. The "Export Edition" is denoted by several issues, including the un-priced Dust Jacket and William Clowes as the printer. This copy is regarded as the 2nd State and is an extremely rare variant, with some (but not all) errors corrected from the 1st State. The Silmarillion stories intertwine with Tolkien's most famous works; "The Lord Of The Rings" and "The Hobbit", and this title has become one of his most loved and collectable. This copy is possibly unread and it remains in Fine condition and includes the folding map at the rear and the original dust jacket. It displays beautifully on a shelf and would make an excellent addition to any decorative library or private collection.

CONDITION & FEATURES

- Fine overall condition - possibly unread
- Very Rare True 1st Edition, First Printing, 2nd State (1977)
- Folding map at the back of the book
- Un-sprayed top page edges
- Dark blue coloured, cloth boards & spine
- Boards are clean and bright
- Spine is straight & clean - some general fading
- Original Dust Jacket in near perfect condition
- Bindings and hinges are secure
- All pages are straight and clean
- No names or inscriptions

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SUMMARY

- The Silmarillion
- Written by J.R.R. Tolkien, Edited by Christopher Tolkien
- 1977, True First Edition, 1st Printing, 2nd State
- Published by George Unwin & Allen, London
- Hardcover with Dust Jacket

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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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