J.R.R. Tolkien’s ‘De Hobbit,’ Dutch Paperback, 10th Printing

Published by Prisma Boeken, First Published in 1960, 10th Printing, 1973

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

This Dutch 10th printing of De Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien, published in 1973, is part of the popular Prisma series (issue number 529). The cover art, designed by Cees Kelfkens, features stylized, playful illustrations of Bilbo and the dwarves against a bright pink background, giving this edition a distinct visual appeal unique to the Dutch market. This version is based on the 7th printing of The Hobbit by Allen & Unwin from 1955.

This 10th printing shows moderate signs of age and handling, characteristic of a well-loved vintage paperback. The spine exhibits noticeable creasing and wear along the edges, yet remains structurally sound. The covers maintain their vibrant colors, with minor scuffing and light wear around the edges and corners. On the first page, there is a previous owner’s signature, adding a bit of personal history to the book.

Inside, the pages have yellowed uniformly with age but are clean and free of markings or annotations. There are no tears, ensuring this copy is well-preserved and entirely readable.

This edition includes the original Thror’s Map and Wilderland maps, which have been translated into Dutch while preserving Tolkien’s iconic calligraphic style.
At the back, there are additional unnumbered pages with a commentary on The Lord of the Rings and a Dutch translation of a fragment from The Breaking of the Fellowship.

This 1973 10th printing is an appealing collectible for Tolkien fans, especially those interested in unique international editions and distinct cover designs.

Overall, this is a well-preserved and desirable copy for any collector of Tolkien’s works, particularly those drawn to the rare and regional variations of The Hobbit in translation.

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