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#000571 - The Lord of the Rings, 1960 Readers Union set with custom slipcase - sold
This is the set that features the early line drawing by Tolkien of "Sauron's Eye".

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A beautiful looking 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.


The books are in Near Fine condition, with no names, writing, and only the lightest offsetting to the endpapers.
The gutters of the endpapers look to have been reinforced by the original owner, probably when they were purchased, as there is no evidence of the binding being loose or any separation.

Housed in the original dustjackets, all are Near Fine condition, with the Two Towers having a couple of tiny areas of loss to the top and bottom spine folds, and the bottom of the flap folds.
None of the dustjackets are price clipped, showing almost no edgewear or tanning, except the noted areas of the Two Towers.
These unusual dustjackets are in fabulous condition. The jackets show no tanning whatsoever to the spines or edges.

All maps are tipped in at the rear, and in excellent condition.
No tears or extra folds, only the slightest of browning mainly at the fold areas.

This is the set that features the early line drawing by Tolkien of "Sauron's Eye".
The only set to have this particular and very unusual dustjacket.

Scarce in this lovely condition. Includes a custom slipcase for display and protection of these beautiful books

Digital photo's available, inquire if interested.

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