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#000432 - Spring Announcements 1937, George Allen & Unwin Catalog Announcing Publication of the Hobbit - SOLD
Very likely the first announcement in print of the forth-coming publication of The Hobbit.

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George Allen & Unwin Spring Announcements 1937.  

This catalog is notable for the inclusion of the forthcoming publication of The Hobbit - Or There and Back Again by J.R.R. Tolkien. This list includes particulars of the new books which we hope to publish by the end of May, 1937. 


Contains a lovely description of the story, later incorporated into the blurbs on the 1st UK dustjacket.

Catalog is 5 1/2" x 8 1/2", original paper wraps, 56 pages with staple binding, numerous black & white illustrations throughout.  

Very likely the first announcement in print of the forth-coming publication of The Hobbit.  

Light age toning or soiling to the text and covers.  
A closed edge tear to the front, approx 1/4", no loss.  

Overall Very Good Plus condition, complete, tight and unmarked.

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