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J.R.R. Tolkien - The Hobbit - 1961 Puffin Edition with Pauline Baynes Cover Art
#hr0027 - J.R.R. Tolkien - The Hobbit - 1961 Puffin Edition with Pauline Baynes Cover Art - 115 EUR

A rare 1961 Puffin edition of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit, featuring original cover art by Pauline Baynes. This collectible paperback includes maps of Wilderland and Thorin’s journey, perfect for Tolkien collectors and fans of classic fantasy literature.

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J.R.R. Tolkien - The Hobbit - 1961 Puffin Edition with Pauline Baynes Cover Art.


A Rare 1961 Puffin Edition of The Hobbit Featuring Original Pauline Baynes Artwork and Maps.


The Hobbit (1961) – Puffin edition with original cover art by Pauline Baynes.
Includes Thorin’s map and the Map of Wilderland.
A rare and collectible paperback edition in good condition with expected signs of aging.

This edition of The Hobbit is a delightful find for Tolkien collectors and enthusiasts of vintage fantasy literature. The cover art by Pauline Baynes makes this edition particularly special, capturing the adventure and wonder of Bilbo’s journey.


This is a rare and collectible Puffin edition of The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien, published in 1961. The cover features stunning artwork by Pauline Baynes, showcasing Bilbo’s adventure through Middle-earth. The paperback has noticeable wear along the spine and edges, typical of its age. Inside, the original maps of Wilderland and Thorin’s journey to the Lonely Mountain remain intact, adding to its collectible value.

The cover shows signs of aging and wear, with creasing on the spine and edges. Despite some damage, the cover illustration by Pauline Baynes remains vibrant and clear.
The pages show consistent toning and foxing, particularly around the edges. Both Thorin’s map and Wilderland map are intact and in good condition, though they reflect some aging.
The spine has visible wear and creasing, with some peeling around the edges but remains mostly intact.

A solid copy for collectors interested in vintage Tolkien editions, despite the expected wear for a paperback of this age.

This edition of The Hobbit is a delightful find for Tolkien collectors and enthusiasts of vintage fantasy literature.


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