The Silmarillion J.R.R. Tolkien 1st UK 1977 1st Impression Export Issue DJ Map
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The Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien First UK Edition / First Published 1977 – George Allen & Unwin Export Issue (no price on dust jacket) – printed by William Clowes & Sons Ltd Includes the fold-out map (see photos). A proper collector’s copy of Tolkien’s legendarium in the sought-after 1977 first UK edition. This is the Export Issue variant: the first printing intended for export, typically found without a price on the dust jacket. These are widely collected as “true” first impressions, just a recognised variant. Key first printing points confirmed Missing full stop (period) after “Feanor” on page 330, line 4 Italicised “and” on page 352, line 39 (between italicised “Lord of Waters” and “King of the Sea”) Inscription This copy is inscribed (gift inscription) from father to son (see photos). Note: this is not signed by Tolkien. What you get 1 x The Silmarillion hardback (1977) with dust jacket Fold-out map included Photos form part of the description — you’ll receive the exact book pictured. I pack properly: bubble wrap + solid cardboard to protect the jacket and corners. Happy to combine shipping if you win multiple items.
- Publisher: George Allen and Unwin
- Year: 1977
- Binding: Hardcover
- ISBN: 0048231398
- Condition: Good
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