FIRST EDITION J.R.R. TOLKIEN THE FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING 1955 4TH IMP DUST JACKET
An original 1955 First Edition, Fourth Impression of The Fellowship of the Ring by J. R. R. Tolkien, published by George Allen & Unwin Ltd., London.
This desirable early printing forms part of the original UK First Edition setting, retaining the same text and typesetting as the highly sought-after 1954 first impression. Complete with its original dust jacket, folding map of Middle-earth, and original red cloth binding, it is a wonderful example for collectors of Tolkien and modern first editions.
Details
Title:
The Fellowship of the Ring
Author:
J. R. R. Tolkien
Publisher:
George Allen & Unwin Ltd.
Place of Publication:
London
Impression:
Fourth Impression
Publication Date:
November 1955
Binding:
Original red cloth with gilt lettering to spine
Dust Jacket:
Original dust jacket included
Map:
Folding map of Middle-earth tipped in at rear
Features
Original 1955 Fourth Impression
Published by George Allen & Unwin
Original red cloth binding
Original dust jacket
Folding map of Middle-earth present
Early UK printing of Tolkien's classic
Historical Notes
Published in November 1955, the Fourth Impression of The Fellowship of the Ring is regarded by collectors as an early issue of the original UK First Edition because it preserves the same text and typesetting as the scarce 1954 first impression. Early impressions published by George Allen & Unwin are increasingly sought after due to their historical importance and close association with the first publication of The Lord of the Rings.
Copies retaining the original dust jacket, folding map, and publisher's cloth binding are particularly desirable and represent an important opportunity for collectors of modern first editions and Tolkien literature.
Highlights
1955 Fourth Impression
Original dust jacket
Folding Middle-earth map included
Original red cloth binding
George Allen & Unwin publication
Highly collectable early Tolkien edition
Condition
Antique/vintage condition with wear consistent with age.
The book retains its original dust jacket, which shows wear, small tears, and age-related creasing. There is an ownership inscription and a bookseller's sticker to the inside front of the book. The folding map is present with slight foxing. The binding remains clean and attractive, with light age-related wear consistent with careful ownership.
Please see the photographs for full details, publication points, dust jacket condition, map, and overall condition.
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