J.R.R. Tolkien Hobbit & Lord of the Rings 4 Paperback Set
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You are purchasing a "J.R.R. Tolkien Hobbit & Lord of the Rings 4 Paperback Set" in "Good" condition. Set of four vintage Ballantine mass market paperbacks by J.R.R. Tolkien, including The Hobbit and the complete The Lord of the Rings trilogy: The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers, and The Return of the King. These are authorized paperback editions from the late 1970s, featuring the classic Ballantine cover art and yellowed, well-loved pages that give them that unmistakable vintage fantasy feel. Each book shows clear signs of age and reading wear—creased spines, softened covers, and darkened page edges—but the bindings are still holding together, making this a perfectly readable set for fans who want the classic experience without worrying about keeping them pristine. Inside one volume is a previous owner’s name, adding to the nostalgic, well-traveled character of the set. If you love Tolkien, enjoy collecting older printings, or want a cozy, timeworn set for rereading Middle-earth, this bundle is a great fit. Keywords: J.R.R. Tolkien, The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, Fellowship of the Ring, Two Towers, Return of the King, Ballantine paperback, vintage fantasy books, Tolkien set, classic fantasy novel Condition Notes: All four paperbacks show heavy yellowing to pages and covers, with general edge wear and creasing throughout. Spines display multiple reading creases and some rubbing. There are small tears and chipping along some cover edges and spine ends. One book has
- Publisher: Ballantine Books
- Year: 1978
- Condition: Good
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