A fine set of this unusual presentation of Tolkien's trilogy.
Not for sale to the general public, limited to members of the Readers Union only.

Published by the Readers Union in 1960 with the permission of George Allen & Unwin Ltd, London

Published by the Readers Union in 1960 with the permission of George Allen & Unwin Ltd, London.

A solid set with generally clean text blocks and occasional spotting. The endpapers show visible browning and spotting. The spines are faded and show brown marks. The three volumes are housed in a marbled slipcase.

Housed in the facsimile dust jackets to protect this lovely set and give it back its unusual design. These are the set that features the early line drawing by Tolkien of "Sauron's Eye". 

The only set to have this particular and very unusual dust jacket. 

Scarce in this condition. 

Maps in Near Fine condition in the back.

An appealing Readers Union set, presented in facsimile jackets that recreate its distinctive original appearance.

Digital photos available, inquire if interested.

Other 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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