J.R.R. Tolkien’s ‘De Hobbit,’ Dutch Paperback, 3rd Printing

Published by Prisma Boeken, First Published in 1960, 3rd Printing, 1967

Dutch Edition of ‘De Hobbit of daarheen en weer terug’ by Max Schuchart, Utrecht/Antwerpen: Het Spectrum.

This vintage edition of De Hobbit brings J.R.R. Tolkien’s beloved classic to life in Dutch, with unique cover art by Cees Kelfkens, featuring playful and stylized illustrations of dwarves and Bilbo against a bright pink backdrop. Part of the popular ‘Prisma’ series and numbered as issue 529, this edition is based on the 7th printing of The Hobbit by Allen & Unwin from 1955.

This copy shows moderate signs of age and handling. The spine displays noticeable creasing from prior readings, with some rubbing and slight discoloration along the edges and spine. The cover maintains its original charm with no major flaws aside from general wear. The interior pages exhibit the expected yellowing due to age but remain clean, with no markings, inscriptions, or tears, making it a well-preserved and readable copy despite its vintage.

This edition includes Tolkien’s original maps, Thrors kaart (Thror’s Map) and Wilderland, with the place names beautifully translated into Dutch while retaining Tolkien’s distinct calligraphic style.
At the back, there are seven unnumbered pages that provide a commentary on The Lord of the Rings, along with a Dutch translation of a fragment from The Breaking of the Fellowship.

This 1967 third printing exemplifies the quality and unique artistic touches characteristic of Dutch translations of Tolkien’s work, making it an attractive collectible for fans of both Tolkien and international literature.

Overall, this copy is a solid collectible item for Tolkien enthusiasts, especially those interested in rare international editions of The Hobbit.

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