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Exclusive - now for sale: Original art by the artist Inger Edelfeldt

Original art to illustrate The Lord of the Rings created by Inger Edelfedt in 1975 to 1981.

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#clp1014 - The Ents marching on Isengard original art by Cor Blok - 12000 EUR

The Ents marching on Isengard, art to accompany The Lord of the Rings created by Cor Blok Original Art - Framed

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#clp1013 - At the Enthouse original art by Cor Blok - 10000 EUR

At the Enthouse, art to accompany The Lord of the Rings created by Cor Blok Original Art - Framed

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#pc0078 - The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien - First Edition, First Impression, 1937 - 48500 EUR

A rare and highly collectible true first edition, first impression of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit, published by George Allen & Unwin in 1937. One of only 1,500 copies printed, bound in original green cloth with Tolkien’s iconic Mountains and Dragon motif in blue. A well-preserved copy with all original illustrations and maps, no inscriptions or restorations.

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The Hobbit or There and Back Again. Published by Allen & Unwin, this second impression published 1937, same year as 1st impression.

#clp0940 - The Hobbit, George Allen & Unwin, 1937 1st UK Edition 2nd impression - € 14.000

The Hobbit or There and Back Again. Published by Allen & Unwin, this second impression published 1937, same year as 1st impression.

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#pc0082 - The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien - First American Edition, 1938 - 18800 EUR

A rare first American edition of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit, published by Houghton Mifflin in 1938. This copy retains its original dust jacket with the publisher’s gold band and features Tolkien’s iconic illustrations. A highly collectible early printing of this fantasy classic.

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Handwritten letter signed by JRR Tolkien to Miss Kilbride

#clp0508 - Handwritten letter on postcard signed by JRR Tolkien to Miss Kilbride - € 26.000

Card reproducing in colours Josef Madlener's Heilige Familie, one page, closely written in a minute hand by J.R.R. Tolkien.

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Hompen [The Hobbit, or There and Back Again] published by Stockholm: Kooperativa Förbundets in 1947

#clp0927 - Hompen, 1947, first Swedish edition - first translation of The Hobbit into any language - € 1900

Hompen [The Hobbit, or There and Back Again] published by Stockholm: Kooperativa Förbundets in 1947.

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#ei0006 - Farmer Giles of Ham 1st Edition 1st impression – 1949 - 980 EUR

First edition of Farmer Giles of Ham by J.R.R. Tolkien, published in 1949 with illustrations by Pauline Baynes. Original clipped dustwrapper. Collectible.

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#ke0001 - The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien - 1st Edition Set (1954-1955) with Dust Jackets - 30000 EUR

Rare first edition set of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings, including The Fellowship of the Ring (4th Impression, 1955), The Two Towers (1st Impression, 1954), and The Return of the King (1st Impression, 1955). Complete with original dust jackets and fold-out maps, in very good condition. Ideal for Tolkien collectors and literary enthusiasts..

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#pc0080 - The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien - First Edition, First Impressions - 52500 EUR

A rare complete first edition, first impression set of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings, published by George Allen & Unwin (1954-1955). All three volumes—The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers, and The Return of the King—feature original red cloth bindings, fold-out maps, and first impression dust jackets. A highly desirable set for Tolkien collectors.

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#pc0079 - The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien - First Edition, First Impressions - 35500 EUR

A rare and highly collectible complete first edition, first impression set of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings, published by George Allen & Unwin in 1954-1955. This set includes The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers, and The Return of the King, all first impressions, housed in mixed impression dust jackets. Each volume retains its original red cloth binding and fold-out map, making this a desirable acquisition for Tolkien collectors.

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#ei0017 - The Lord of the Rings 1st Edition, 1st Impressions – 1954, 1954, 1955 - 12000 EUR

First edition, first impressions set of The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien, published by George Allen & Unwin in 1954 and 1955..

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#ei0014 - The Two Towers 1st Edition, 2nd Impression – 1955 - 1100 EUR

Second impression of the first edition of The Two Towers by J.R.R. Tolkien, published in 1955 by George Allen & Unwin. A rare find for Tolkien collectors.

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Published by Harper Collins in 1999 this gift set holds a hardcover edition of The Silmarillion, map of Beleriand, booklet with background to The Silmarillion, poster and cd with Christopher Tolkien reading Beren and Luthien

#clp0913 - The Lord of the Rings, George Allen & Unwin, 1954/54/55 1st UK Edition. Rebound set. - € 15.500

The true 1st Printing of the Lord of the Rings, a beautiful rebound set, executed by Temple Bindery, Temple Bookbinders of Oxford..

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#clp1144 - The Lord of the Rings, George Allen & Unwin, 1954/54/55 1st UK Edition. Rebound set - 14,500 GBP

The true 1st Printing of the Lord of the Rings, beautifully rebound in full black Nigerian goatskin. Includes all original maps in Near Fine condition.

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Own a rare 1956 8th Impression of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit. This highly collectible edition, published by Houghton Mifflin with imported UK sheets, retains its original dust jacket with Tolkien's iconic artwork. A must-have for collectors!

#br0001 - Rare 1956 8th Impression of The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien - 1900 USD

Own a rare 1956 8th Impression of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit. This highly collectible edition, published by Houghton Mifflin with imported UK sheets, retains its original dust jacket with Tolkien's iconic artwork. A must-have for collectors!.

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#hr0025 - J.R.R. Tolkien - The Lord of the Rings Trilogy - Readers Union Edition with Original Dust Jackets and Maps - 1800 EUR

Rare Readers Union editions of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings trilogy, complete with original dust jackets and fold-out maps. A classic collectible set featuring The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers, and The Return of the King in excellent condition with iconic Tolkien designs.

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#sa0015 - The Lord of the Rings 3 Volume set: The Fellowship of the Ring; The Two Towers; The Return of the King - Readers Union 1960 - 700 EUR

First Edition. First Readers Union Edition published in 1960. Readers Union published approx 3000 of these sets.

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#clp1032b -Two typed signed letters from J.R.R. Tolkien to Kurt Festinger - € 20,000

Tolkien responds to a fan, pointing out where the runes in The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings are translated and what his initials stand for.

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#hr0031 - The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien - 12th Impression 1961 with Original Dust Jacket - 700 EUR

Rare 1961 twelfth impression of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit, published by George Allen & Unwin. Features the iconic dust jacket with Tolkien’s original artwork, green cloth boards, and endpaper maps. A collectible edition with some wear to the dust jacket, slight fading to the spine, and annotations on the front map.

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#hr0027 - J.R.R. Tolkien - The Hobbit - 1961 Puffin Edition with Pauline Baynes Cover Art - 115 EUR

A rare 1961 Puffin edition of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit, featuring original cover art by Pauline Baynes. This collectible paperback includes maps of Wilderland and Thorin’s journey, perfect for Tolkien collectors and fans of classic fantasy literature.

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Own a rare first edition set of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings. This 3-volume set, published by George Allen & Unwin, includes The Fellowship of the Ring with Tolkien's signature on a pasted-in slip. A must-have for collectors!

#ms0001 - Rare Signed Lord of the Rings 3-Volume Set by J.R.R. Tolkien - 9000 GBP

Own a rare first edition set of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings. This 3-volume set, published by George Allen & Unwin, includes The Fellowship of the Ring with Tolkien's signature on a pasted-in slip. A must-have for collectors!.

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#clp0167 -Tolkien 1963 Christmas and New Year Card signed Ronald & Edith, together with handwritten letter - € 27,650

The Christmas and New Year card holds an original photograph of J.R.R. Tolkien in between two friends he spend holiday with.

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#hr0032 - The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien - 15th Impression 1965 with Original Dust Jacket - 550 EUR

Rare 1965 fifteenth impression of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit, published by George Allen & Unwin. Features the iconic dust jacket with Tolkien’s original artwork, green cloth boards, and endpaper maps. A collectible edition with some wear to the dust jacket, noticeable fading and staining on the boards, and tape residue stains on the maps.

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#hr0028 - J.R.R. Tolkien - The Lord of the Rings Trilogy - Ace Books 1965 Pirated Edition - 380 EUR

The notorious 1965 Ace Books “pirated edition” of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings trilogy, a rare collectible set that played a pivotal role in the “War over Middle-earth”. Includes The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers, and The Return of the King.

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#hr0029 - J.R.R. Tolkien - The Lord of the Rings - 1965 First Ballantine Books Slipcase Edition - 300 EUR

Rare 1965 Ballantine Books first slipcase edition of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings trilogy, complete with green slipcase. Includes The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers, and The Return of the King, featuring first and second printings.

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#hr0024 - J.R.R. Tolkien - The Lord of the Rings Trilogy - Houghton Mifflin Editions with Original Dust Jackets and Maps - 2200 EUR

Rare collectible set of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings trilogy in Houghton Mifflin editions. Includes The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers, and The Return of the King, all with original dust jackets and intact fold-out maps.

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The Lord of the Rings, Comprised of the Fellowship of the Ring, the Two Towers, and the Return of the King, by J.R.R. Tolkien. Published by Houghton Mifflin in 1963 to 1965

#sa0014 - The Lord of the Rings, Comprised of the Fellowship of the Ring, the Two Towers, and the Return of the King, by J.R.R. Tolkien. Published by Houghton Mifflin in 1963 to 1965 - 1500 EUR

A beautiful early impression set of the classic Lord of the Rings. The Fellowship of the Ring is the 14th impression, published in 1964. The Two Towers is a 11th impression from 1965. The Return of the King is a 10th impression, published in 1963..

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#clp0225 - Reflections on the Collects from the library of Michael H. R. Tolkien Second Impression 1966 - 875 €

From the library of Michael H. R. Tolkien, Reflections on the Collects by J. W. C. Wand Published by A. R. Mowbray & Co Ltd, 2nd impression, 1966

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Advance Uncorrected Proof of The Hobbit, Heritage of Literature Edition, Longmans, London

#clp0189m - The Hobbit Heritage of Literature Edition Uncorrected Proof 1966 - SOLD

Advance Uncorrected Proof of The Hobbit, Heritage of Literature Edition, Longmans, London.

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#pc0081 - The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien - Signed First Thus, 1968 - 53000 EUR

A rare signed copy of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings, first thus one-volume paperback edition (1968) by George Allen & Unwin. Featuring Pauline Baynes’ iconic cover art, this edition is signed on the title page by Tolkien himself. A highly collectible piece of literary history.

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Smith of Wootton Major signed by J.R.R. Tolkien to nurse Susan Welham-Jones in 1968

#clp0872 - Smith of Wootton Major 1967 2nd impression signed by Tolkien - € 19.500

Published by George Allen & Unwin in 1967 - Smith of Wootton Major signed by J.R.R. Tolkien to nurse Susan Welham-Jones in 1968.

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#clp0925 - Farmer Giles of Ham, The Rise and Wonderful Adventures of Farmer Giles, 7th impression from 1970 - € 50

Farmer Giles of Ham, the 7th impression of the 1st Edition, published by Allen & Unwin, in 1970 in fine condition.

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Don't miss your chance to own an incredibly rare copy of The Hobbit signed by J.R.R. Tolkien. This sixth impression edition from 1971 features a Quenya inscription in Elvish under the signature, which is the only known example to exist

#clp0869 -Extremely Rare Signed The Hobbit with Quenya Inscription - € 65,000

Don't miss your chance to own an incredibly rare copy of The Hobbit signed by J.R.R. Tolkien. This sixth impression edition from 1971 features a Quenya inscription in Elvish under the signature, which is the only known example to exist.

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#ei0013 - The Hobbit Deluxe Edition, 1st Impression – 1976 - 1100 EUR

The first impression of the Deluxe Edition of The Hobbit, published by George Allen & Unwin in 1976, featuring illustrations by J.R.R. Tolkien.

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#hr0026 - J.R.R. Tolkien Library Box Set - The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, and The Silmarillion - 1800 EUR

Collectible 1970s Tolkien Library Box Set published by George Allen & Unwin. This set includes The Hobbit, The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers, The Return of the King, and The Silmarillion in hardback with dust jackets and maps.

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#hr0015 - The Hobbit De Luxe Edition by J.R.R. Tolkien | George Allen & Unwin 1979 Second Impression - 500 EUR

Rare 1979 De Luxe Edition of The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien. Published by George Allen & Unwin, featuring gilt-stamped dragon design, original slipcase, and Tolkien’s illustrations.

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#ei0009 - Poems and Stories by J.R.R. Tolkien, Deluxe Edition 1980, George Allen & Unwin - 230 EUR

A deluxe 1980 first edition of J.R.R. Tolkien’s *Poems and Stories*, featuring illustrations by Pauline Baynes. Published by George Allen & Unwin, this collection includes six of Tolkien’s shorter works, presented in an elegant edition. The original box is not present..

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Advance Uncorrected Proof of The Book of Lost Tales II edited by Christoper Tolkien

#clp0189o - The Book of Lost Tales II Uncorrected Proof US 1984 - 700 EUR

Advance Uncorrected Proof of The Book of Lost Tales II edited by Christoper Tolkien.

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Advance Uncorrected Proof of The Lays of Beleriand (Book of Lost Tales III) edited by Christoper Tolkien

#clp0189n - The Lays of Beleriand Uncorrected Proof US 1985 - 750 EUR

Advance Uncorrected Proof of The Lays of Beleriand (Book of Lost Tales III) edited by Christoper Tolkien.

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Advance Uncorrected Proof of The Annotated Hobbit by Douglas A. Anderson

#clp0189q - The Annotated Hobbit Uncorrected Proof 1988 - 650 EUR

Published by Houghton Mifflin in 1988 - Advance Uncorrected Proof of The Annotated Hobbit by Douglas A. Anderson.

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#hr0017 - The Hobbit Graphic Novel by J.R.R. Tolkien – Limited Signed Edition (1990) by David Wenzel - 1100 EUR

Rare deluxe edition of The Hobbit graphic novel, published by Eclipse Books in 1990. Signed by illustrator David Wenzel, limited to 600 copies, number 360. A must-have collectible for Tolkien fans.

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#clp1049 - 1992 Harper Collins, The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien. Signed Alan Lee 1 volume Deluxe Limited Edition - € 2950

Number 172 of a Limited Edition of only 250, specially bound and slipcased one volume edition of the Lord of the Rings published to celebrate the centenary of J.R.R. tolkien's birth on January 3, 1892..

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#hr0016 - The Hobbit - J.R.R. Tolkien (1997) - Signed Limited Edition, Numbered 285 of 600 - 3300 EUR

Rare signed limited edition of The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien, published in 1997 by HarperCollins. Number 285 of 600, signed by illustrator Alan Lee. Quarter-bound in burgundy leather with cloth sides and housed in a slipcase.

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#hr0021 - The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings & The Silmarillion - J.R.R. Tolkien - De Luxe Limited Edition, Numbered Set - 4000 EUR

A stunning and rare De Luxe Limited Edition set of J.R.R. Tolkien's works, including The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, and The Silmarillion. Published by The Folio Society (1976 - 1997), this set is quarter-bound in Wassa goatskin leather with hand-woven Indian silk sides, featuring original illustrations by Eric Fraser and Francis Mosley.

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Advance Uncorrected Proof of Roverandom by J.R.R. Tolkien

#clp0189l - Roverandom Uncorrected Proof US 1998 - 650 EUR

Published by Houghton Mifflin in 1998 - Advance Uncorrected Proof of Advance Uncorrected Proof of Roverandom by J.R.R. Tolkien.

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#sa0008 - The Hobbit, or There and Back Again, 2001 Limited Deluxe Edition black faux leather slipcase - 700 EUR

The Hobbit Housed in original publishers black faux leather slipcase with the Smaug design gilt stamped to the exterior, matching the gilt design on the book.

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Black Leather The Lord of the Rings by Harper Collins Publishers, the 4th printing of the 1997 Deluxe Limited Edition, printed in 2002 fourth impression

#clp1038 - Lord of the Rings, Harper Collins Deluxe Limited Edition of 2002 - Black Leather - € 750

Published by Harper Collins in 1999 Black Leather The Lord of the Rings by Harper Collins Publishers, the 4th printing of the 1997 Deluxe Limited Edition, printed in 2002 fourth impression.

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#sa0010 - The Hobbit Limited Edition Folio Society #770 of 1750 - 1000 EUR

The Hobbit Limited edition. #770 of 1750 numbered copies bound by Smith Settle in quarter Wassa goatskin with hand-woven Indian silk sides.

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#sa0013 - The Silmarillion deluxe edition 2002 Harper Collins. Mint copy still shrinkwrapped - 750 EUR

Still shrinkwrapped The Silmarillion deluxe edition 1st printing housed in original publishers slipcase.

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Advance Uncorrected Proof of Understanding The Lord of the Rings by Rose A Zimbardo and Neil D. Isaacs

#clp0189j - Understanding The Lord of the Rings Uncorrected Proof US 2004 - 375 EUR

Advance Uncorrected Proof of Understanding The Lord of the Rings by Rose A Zimbardo and Neil D. Isaacs.

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#sa0003 - The Children of Hurin, Harper Collins 2007 UK De Luxe Edition 1st Impression in Publishers Slipcase signed by Alan Lee - 450 EUR

The Children of Hurin First edition, first impression, specially bound deluxe issue, this copy additionally signed by the illustrator on the title page..

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#clp1011 - Tolkien Calendar 2011 features 13 paintings by the artist Cor Blok - signed - 350 EUR

2011 Tolkien Calendar featuring art by Cor Blok,the only artist ever to have met JRR Tolkien, and the only artist Tolkien admired enough to purchase some of his work.

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#hr0013 - The Lord of the Rings 60th Anniversary Box Set by J.R.R. Tolkien – Sealed 4-Volume Edition - 185 EUR

Collectible 60th Anniversary Edition box set of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings. Sealed in original shrinkwrap, featuring all three volumes and A Reader’s Companion.

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#clp1025 - Linguaphone Conversational Course English - Complete set - 16 records and 5 booklets in original box - 700 EUR

The oldest recording of Tolkien made! Prof. J.R.R.Tolkien speaks at the Twentieth Lesson - 'At the Tobacconist's' and the Thirtieth Lesson - 'Wireless'

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#clp0507 - J.R.R. Tolkien handwritten letter to W.B. Crouch (Southern Cigar Co., Canford Cliffs, Poole) together with signed Cigar Bill - sold

One page, printed heading, handwritten signed letter by J.R.R. Tolkien to his tobacconist, together with a signed Cigar Bill.

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The Tolkien Library Store always has a large amount of rare and collectible Tolkien books up for sale. The books in the Tolkien Library Store always have a high collectible value and are of the finest on the market. Tolkien books available include both the UK and US editions, original cloth bindings, custom fine bindings, and Signed / Numbered / Limited Editions.

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