Tolkien Library Store - Rare Tolkien Items - Rare Proof Copies

Rare uncorrected proof of Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien, edited by Humphrey Carpenter with the assistance of Christopher Tolkien, issued by Houghton Mifflin in 1981. Includes original publisher proof slip.
#clp0189bs - Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien - Uncorrected Proof with Publisher’s Slip - Houghton Mifflin 1981 - SOLD

Rare uncorrected proof of Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien, edited by Humphrey Carpenter with the assistance of Christopher Tolkien, issued by Houghton Mifflin in 1981. Includes original publisher proof slip.

> Enquire about this book

J.R.R. Tolkien: Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien (Uncorrected Proof with Publisher’s Slip)


Houghton Mifflin Company, 1981


An American uncorrected proof in green paper wrappers, lettered in black. The cover and title page give ISBN 0-395-31555-7 and publisher’s code 6-83269. The copyright page is dated 1981 and states that the book was printed in the United States of America. The photographed contents page lists its sections without completed page numbers.

A separate Houghton Mifflin Advance Uncorrected Proof slip accompanies the book. The author and title fields are typed, as is the sender’s name, Cheryl Arthur; the probable publication date and price fields are blank.

The book offers intimate insight into Tolkien’s personal and professional life through his letters, touching on key themes such as Middle-earth’s mythology, his Catholic faith, and academic career. Among the most important posthumous publications by or about Tolkien.

The green wrappers retain clear lettering but show a diagonal scuff across the lower front, light edge and corner wear, and several small nicks and creases at the upper edge of the rear wrapper. The photographed opening pages appear generally clean with mild toning and occasional small marks. The cream publisher’s slip has light toning and handling wear.

A pre-publication copy of Tolkien’s letters, retaining its Houghton Mifflin proof slip.

Digital photos available on request.
Pictures (click to enlarge):
Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien - Uncorrected Proof with Publisher’s Slip - Houghton Mifflin 1981 1
Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien - Uncorrected Proof with Publisher’s Slip - Houghton Mifflin 1981 2
Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien - Uncorrected Proof with Publisher’s Slip - Houghton Mifflin 1981 3
Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien - Uncorrected Proof with Publisher’s Slip - Houghton Mifflin 1981 4
Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien - Uncorrected Proof with Publisher’s Slip - Houghton Mifflin 1981 5
Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien - Uncorrected Proof with Publisher’s Slip - Houghton Mifflin 1981 6
Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien - Uncorrected Proof with Publisher’s Slip - Houghton Mifflin 1981 7
Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien - Uncorrected Proof with Publisher’s Slip - Houghton Mifflin 1981 8
Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien - Uncorrected Proof with Publisher’s Slip - Houghton Mifflin 1981 9
Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien - Uncorrected Proof with Publisher’s Slip - Houghton Mifflin 1981 10
Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien - Uncorrected Proof with Publisher’s Slip - Houghton Mifflin 1981 11
Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien - Uncorrected Proof with Publisher’s Slip - Houghton Mifflin 1981 12
Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien - Uncorrected Proof with Publisher’s Slip - Houghton Mifflin 1981 13
Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien - Uncorrected Proof with Publisher’s Slip - Houghton Mifflin 1981 14
Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien - Uncorrected Proof with Publisher’s Slip - Houghton Mifflin 1981 15
Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien - Uncorrected Proof with Publisher’s Slip - Houghton Mifflin 1981 16
Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien - Uncorrected Proof with Publisher’s Slip - Houghton Mifflin 1981 17
Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien - Uncorrected Proof with Publisher’s Slip - Houghton Mifflin 1981 18
 
 
Terms of sale: Prices are only indications, always inquire if books are still available. We accept Money Orders, cash, or Credit Cards (paypal) for immediate shipping.  Checks will delay shipment for 10 days for checks to clear. Please inquire for shipping quotes.
Interested: Please send email to info@tolkienlibrary.com.