Unfinished Tales by Tolkien (552 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Near fine/VGC. History of Middle-Earth, eight volume set plus two extra books. George Allen and Unwin/HarperCollins, 1983/1991. First edition-first impressions/later printings. The Book of Lost Tales part 1 published in 1983 and is a First edition-second impression, The Book of Lost Tales part 2 published in 1984 and is a First edition-first impression, The Lays of Beleriand published in 1985 and is a First edition-first impression, The Shaping of Middle-Earth published in 1991 and is a First edition-2nd printing of this HarperCollins edition, The Lost Road and Other Writings published in 1991 and is a First edition-first impression of this HarperCollins edition, The Return of the Shadow published in 1988 and is a First edition-first impression, The Treason of Isengard published in 1989 and is a First edition-first impression, The War of the Ring published in 1990 and is a First edition-first impression. The 2 extra books are: The Silmarillion published in 1977 and is a First edition-fifth impression, Unfinished Tales published in 1980 and is a First edition-3rd reprint. Hardbacks (gilt lettering to the spines, small nicks on the edges of the covers and spines for a couple of the books) with Dj covers ( a couple of small creases, nicks and scratches on the Dj covers), both in near fine/VGC. Illustrated with b/w plates, map. Books 1 to 5 and book 7 are in near fine condition with small ink marks on the outer edges of the pages, books 6 and 8 are in VGC with small marks and ink marks on the outer edges of the pages, small tear and a couple of marks inside the front cover and front endpaper for book 6, two library stamps inside the copyright page and inside the last page of the book, previous owner s ex-libris label inside the front endpaper for book 8. The two extra books are in VGC with small tears on the Dj cover for The Silmarillion, small marks and ink marks on the outer edges of the pages on both books, some creases on the edges of the pages for book Unfinished Tales. Nice and clean set for its age with light shelf wear. Price un-clipped. 4245pp (total) including appendices, index s. Please note: This is heavy set (approx. 7.5 Kg.). A collectable The History of Middle-Earth set. More photos available on request. First edition-first impressions/later printings.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. The volumes are uniform in having dark green leather with gilt lettering and decorations on the front and rear covers and spine. The spines all have four raised edges and all edges are gilt on each book, two of the books appear to have small spots of slight discoloration on the top edge. Each book also has a sewn in copper colored ribbon book mark. The only volume with a Second Edition identification is The Two Towers, and the only volume without a color frontispiece is the Silmarillion. Four of the volumes have maps (two are the same) laid in and Unfinished Tales has a map bound in at the beginning of the book. Please look at the images provided carefully and ask questions about these volumes prior to making a purchase. Due to the weight of the volumes and cost of insurance additional shipping charges will be needed. Printing dates are from 1984 till 2003.

Hardcover. Condition: As New. No Jacket. 1st Edition. As new condition of all books & Never read or opened, Easton Press series of 8 of Tolkien Books incl the Hobbit and Lord of the Rings series. The volumes are all beautifully bound in dark green leather with gilt lettering and decorations on the front and rear covers and spine. Four of the volumes have maps (two are the same) laid in and Unfinished Tales has a map bound in at the beginning of the book. Please look at the images provided carefully and ask questions about these volumes prior to making a purchase. Due to the weight of the volumes and cost of insurance additional shipping charges will be needed.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. 6 Volume Set. Bound in matching dark green leather boards, gilt lettering and designs along spines and front covers. Silk moire inside covers and endpapers. Bound silk ribbon bookmarks, full gilt page edges. Minor shelfwear. All volumes are tightly bound, no marks. Set is in Near Fine condition.

Full-Leather. Condition: Like New. Michael Hague (illustrator). Uniform forest green leather bindings, distinct cover designs with decorations. **hubbed spine, bound in premium full leathers; **distinctive cover design, beautiful illustrations; **handsome, readable typefaces, permanent satin ribbon page marker; **elegant gilded page edges, endsheets of patterned paper; **thread-sewn pages for durability and strength, long-lasting high quality, acid-neutral paper. LIST OF TITLES: a series in 6 volumes: 1. THE FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING: being the first part of THE LORD OF THE RINGS. 2. THE TWO TOWERS: being the second part of THE LORD OF THE RINGS. 3. THE RETURN OF THE KING: being the third part of THE LORD OF THE RINGS. 4. THE BOOK OF LOST TALES, PART ONE, edited by Christopher Tolkien. 5. THE BOOK OF LOST TALES, PART TWO, edited by Christopher Tolkien. 6. UNFINISHED TALES OF NUMENOR AND MIDDLE EARTH, edited with introduction, commentary, index, and maps by Christopher Tolkien.

Hardcover. Condition: As New. LEE Alan (illustrator). 1st Edition. A beautiful book in beautiful unmarked Mint condition. Signed by the Illustrator, Alan Lee to the Title Page. The Book and Slipcase are in As New Condition, no Dust Jacket as issued. There are no inscriptions. This unread book is guaranteed to be a 1st Edition, 1st Printing. Publishers number 1 confirms that this book is a first printing. The book is professionally wrapped and packed with great care with bubble wrap and placed in a special book box to ensure that the book arrives at your destination in perfect condition. Signed by Illustrator(s).

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. Alan Lee John Howe Ted Nasmith (illustrator). Unfinished Tales of Numenor and Middle Earth by J.R.R. Tolkien, edited by Christopher Tolkien, with illustrations by Alan Lee, John Howe, and Ted Nasmith. Deluxe edition published by Harpercollins in 2020, first printing in this form. Signed by Alan Lee to the title page. Blue cloth covers with inset illustration to the front, with gilt lettering to the front and spine, a silk page mark ribbon, with 18 full colour illustrations. Pictorial paper covered slipcase of an illustration by Ted Nasmith, comes with a folded sheet poster of the illustration "The Ships of Numenor" by Alan Lee, plus a larger double sided colour map. Condition is fine. The book still has the original shrink wrap which has been carefully opened for signing. Also comes with the original outer cardboard box. Many beautiful illustrations from the three revered illustrators. Signed by Illustrator(s).

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. No Jacket. 1st Edition. A very scarce set in any condition, these volumes are in Fine condition. The front and back covers are both in terrific condition and the gilded page edges show minor wear (see pictures of all edges). There are blank bookplates affixed to the second page. This set is part of the Tolkien Collection published by Easton Press. It would be a beautiful addition to your Easton Press collection.

dura. Condition: New. IMAGENES: En caso que no exista imagen de tapa. no dude en solicitarla. Ejemplar Nuevo.

Hardcover. First American Edition; First Printing. Very Good+ in a Very Good dust jacket. "First American Edition" stated. Book Club Edition dust jacket. Sunning on spine. Small closed tears on top and bottom front and rear panels and spine crown and heel. Small open tear on top front flap. ; 472 pages.

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Hardcover. Condition: New. Dust Jacket Condition: New. Alan Lee (illustrator). Mint condition. HarperCollins, 2020. First UK edition-first printing of this 40th anniversary edition (1). The book is Signed by the illustrator Alan Lee on the title page. Blue hardback (gilt lettering to the spine) with protected Dj, both in mint condition. Illustrated with a colour map inside the front and back cover, colour, b/w drawings. Illustrations by Alan Lee, John Howe, Ted Nasmith. The book is new. 490pp including List of plates, notes, index. Price un-clipped. Heavy book (approx. 1.3 Kg). This is another paragraph Book Description: To celebrate its 40th anniversary, the first ever illustrated edition of this collection of tales which takes readers further into the stories told in The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion, featuring 18 full-colour paintings depicting scenes from the First, Second and Third Ages of Middle-earth. Unfinished Tales is a collection of narratives ranging in time from the Elder Days of Middle-earth to the end of the War of the Ring, and provides those who have read The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings with a whole collection of background and new stories. The book concentrates on the realm of Middle-earth and comprises such elements as The Quest of Erebor, Gandalf s lively account of how it was that he came to send the Dwarves to the celebrated party at Bag-End; the emergence of the sea-god Ulmo before the eyes of Tuor on the coast of Beleriand; and an exact description of the military organization of the Riders of Rohan. Unfinished Tales also contains the only story about the long ages of Númenor before its downfall, and all that is known about such matters as the Five Wizards, the PalantÃri and the legend of Amroth. The tales were edited by Christopher Tolkien, who provides a short commentary on each story, helping the reader to fill in the gaps and put each story into the context of the rest of his father s writings. In celebration of its 40th anniversary, this new edition features 18 stunning paintings from critically acclaimed Tolkien artists, Alan Lee, John Howe & Ted Nasmith, which reveal the three Ages of Middle-earth like never before. First UK edition-first printing of this 40th anniversary edition. Signed by Illustrator.

Hardcover. Condition: As New. Dust Jacket Condition: As New. LEE Alan (illustrator). 1st Edition. A beautiful book in beautiful unmarked Mint condition. Signed by the Illustrator, Alan Lee to the Half-Title Page. Both Book and Dust Jacket are in As New. There are no inscriptions and the Dust Jacket has not been price clipped. This unread book is guaranteed to be a 1st Edition, 1st Printing. Publishers number 1 confirms that this book is a first printing. The Jacket is protected by a clear, removable, archival protective covering. The book is professionally wrapped and packed with great care with bubble wrap and placed in a special book box to ensure that the book arrives at your destination in perfect condition. Signed by Illustrator(s).

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. First Edition. Allen & Unwin, 1980. Book has minor foxing to end pages and edges of pages. Importantly, an outstanding dust jacket. Usually the spine title has faded to white, this one is still blue like the cover. Very unique, thus the price.

472 pp. 8vo. First edition. First edition. 472 pp. 8vo. Red cloth. Previous ownership glyph to ffep, tiny nick to front edge of dust jacket, otherwise fine.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. A Fine tight copy in a Very Good plus clipped dust jacket with light wear to the head of the spine and a closed edge tear to the rear panel. Unfinished Tales of Númenor and Middle-earth concentrates on the lands of Middle-earth and comprises Gandalf's lively account of how he came to send the Dwarves to the celebrated party at Bag-End, the story of the emergence of the sea god Ulmo before the eyes of Tuor on the coast of Beleriand, and an exact description of the military organization of the Riders of Rohan and the journey of the Black Riders during the hunt for the Ring. It also contains the only surviving story about the long ages of Númenor before its downfall, and all that is known about the Five Wizards sent to Middle-earth as emissaries of the Valar, about the Seeing Stones known as palantíri, and about the legend of Amroth. Complete with foldout map.

A first edition, first printing of 'Unfinished Tales' published by George Allen and Unwin in 1980. A fine book without inscriptions in a fine unclipped (unpriced) wrapper. A stunning copy.

Hardcover. Condition: As New. Limited Edition. Unfinished Tales of Numenor & Middle-Earth J.R.R. Tolkien Easton Press (Sealed) Firm square copy with bright gilt lettering still wrapped in plastic shrinkwrap. Collector's leather bound edition by Easton Press. BOOK.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. First edition. Edited by Christopher Tolkien. Folding map. Thick octavo. Fine in a fine dust jacket.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. First Edition. 8vo. Pp. viii, 472, map. First American edition, first printing. Top stain orange, green cloth in green and silver, clean and unmarked inside and clean throughout, map perfect. Dust jacket priced $15.00, some light nicks and creases in the corners and spine ends, spine a touch sunned, overall an excellent copy. (Hammond and Anderson A17. b.).

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. AS PICTURED : FIVE IMAGES. First Edition, First Printing, 1980. Tight, bright and clean with no markings or inscriptions - very little to distinguish this book from an As New copy. Some thin rubbed surface marks to pages block fore-edge visible in a certain light; tiny light mark to upper board. Very slight indication of shelf marking to bottom edge of pages block. Top edge red. Corners sharp and square. Folding map at rear in Fine condition. Dustwrapper unclipped, with price sticker : 'A & U £7.50 P). Spine slightly faded, as is area at top of back panel - much less so. A very mild crease towards top of front, a few tiny white specks. Overall, an uncommonly nice copy. Now protected with clear, removable sleeve. FREE P&P IN UK Shipping quoted for non-UK customers prior to purchasing. (25% proceeds to the Motor Neurone Disease Association).

Hardcover. First Edition Thus; First Printing. Fine in a Fine dust jacket.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

Cloth. Condition: Fine. First Edition. 1st Edition 2020. This new edition features 18 stunning paintings from critically acclaimed Tolkien artists, Alan Lee, John Howe & Ted Nasmith, which reveal the three Ages of Middle-earth like never before. This special collector's edition is printed on superior quality paper, features a unique special binding and ribbon marker and is housed in a custom-made, fully illustrated slipcase. Also includes two removable full-colour posters unique to this edition. This collector's edition of this collection of tales which takes readers further into stories told in The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion. Unfinished Tales is a collection of narratives ranging in time from the Elder Days of Middle-earth to the end of the War of the Ring, and provides those who have read The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings with a whole collection of background and new stories. The book concentrates on the realm of Middle-earth and comprises such elements as The Quest of Erebor, Gandalf's lively account of how it was that he came to send the Dwarves to the celebrated party at Bag-End; the emergence of the sea-god Ulmo before the eyes of Tuor on the coast of Beleriand; and an exact description of the military organization of the Riders of Rohan. Unfinished Tales also contains the only story about the long ages of Numenor before its downfall, and all that is known about such matters as the Five Wizards, the Palantiri and the legend of Amroth. Book and slip case fine and in lovely unread condition. More images can be taken upon request. Ref19089.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. First in a series of hardback boxed sets celebrating the literary achievement of Christopher Tolkien, featuring double-sided dustjackets. Set 1 contains special editions of THE SILMARILLION and UNFINISHED TALES reproducing the first edition text, together with the two volumes of THE BOOK OF LOST TALES. The Silmarillion is an account of the Elder Days, of the First Age of Tolkiens World. It is the ancient drama to which the characters in The Lord of the Rings look back, and in whose events some of them, such as Elrond and Galadriel, took part. The tales of The Silmarillion are set in an age when Morgoth, the first Dark Lord, dwelt in Middle-Earth, and the High Elves made war upon him for the recovery of the Silmarils, the jewels containing the pure light of Valinor.Unfinished Tales is a collection of narratives ranging in time from the Elder Days of Middle-earth and the rise of Numenor in the Second Age to the end of the War of the Ring, and provides those who have read The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings with a whole collection of background and new stories from the twentieth centurys most acclaimed popular author.The Book of Lost Tales stands at the beginning of the entire conception of Middle-earth and Valinor for the Tales were the first form of the myths and legends that came to be called The Silmarillion. Embedded in English legend and English association, they are set in the narrative frame of a great westward voyage over the Ocean by a mariner named Eriol to the lonely Isle where the Elves dwelt; from them he learned their true history, the Lost Tales of Elfinesse.In the two volumes of the Tales are found the earliest accounts of Gods and Elves, Dwarves, Balrogs and Orcs; of the Silmarils and the Two Trees of Valinor; of the geography and cosmology of Tolkiens invented world.Published together for the first time, these four books collect the beginning of Christopher Tolkiens forty-year career devoted to presenting his father J.R.R. Tolkiens writings on Middle-earth, a unique accomplishment that celebrates the greatest invented world in all of fantasy literature. First in a series of hardback boxed sets celebrating the literary achievement of Christopher Tolkien, featuring double-sided dustjackets. Set 1 contains special editions of THE SILMARILLION and UNFINISHED TALES reproducing the first edition text, together with the two volumes of THE BOOK OF LOST TALES. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Lee, Alan; Howe, John; Nasmith, Ted (illustrator). Hardcover. Stunning 40th anniversary collectors edition of this collection of tales which takes readers further into stories told in The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion, featuring 18 full-colour paintings, housed in a matching illustrated slipcase with two removable full-colour posters unique to this edition. Unfinished Tales is a collection of narratives ranging in time from the Elder Days of Middle-earth to the end of the War of the Ring, and provides those who have read The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings with a whole collection of background and new stories.The book concentrates on the realm of Middle-earth and comprises such elements as The Quest of Erebor, Gandalfs lively account of how it was that he came to send the Dwarves to the celebrated party at Bag-End; the emergence of the sea-god Ulmo before the eyes of Tuor on the coast of Beleriand; and an exact description of the military organization of the Riders of Rohan.Unfinished Tales also contains the only story about the long ages of Numenor before its downfall, and all that is known about such matters as the Five Wizards, the Palantiri and the legend of Amroth. The tales were edited by Christopher Tolkien, who provides a short commentary on each story, helping the reader to fill in the gaps and put each story into the context of the rest of his fathers writings.In celebration of its 40th anniversary, this new edition features 18 stunning paintings from critically acclaimed Tolkien artists, Alan Lee, John Howe & Ted Nasmith, which reveal the three Ages of Middle-earth like never before. This special collectors edition is printed on superior quality paper, features a unique special binding and ribbon marker and is housed in a custom-made, fully illustrated slipcase. Sumptuous, 40th anniversary collector's edition of this collection of tales which takes readers further into the stories told in The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion, featuring 18 full-colour paintings depicting scenes from the First, Second and Third Ages of Middle-earth, and housed in a matching illustrated slipcase. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: As New. LEE Alan (illustrator). 1st Edition. A beautiful book in beautiful unmarked Mint condition. The Book and Slipcase are in As New Condition, no Dust Jacket as issued. There are no inscriptions. This unread book is guaranteed to be a 1st Edition, 1st Printing. Publishers number 1 confirms that this book is a first printing. The book is professionally wrapped and packed with great care with bubble wrap and placed in a special book box to ensure that the book arrives at your destination in perfect condition.

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - First in a series of hardcover box sets celebrating the literary achievement of Christopher Tolkien, featuring double-sided dustjacketsone side featuring artwork by John Howe, and the original graphic treatment on the other. Set 1 contains special editions of The Silmarillion and Unfinished Tales reproducing the first edition text, together with the two volumes of The Book of Lost Tales.

Hardcover. Condition: New. Dust Jacket Condition: As new. Lee, Alan; Howe, John; Nasmith, Ted (illustrator). Fine condition. HarperCollins, 2020. First UK edition-first printing of this 40th anniversary edition (1). Blue hardback (gilt lettering to the spine) with Dj (a couple of small nicks and crease on the edges of the Dj cover), both in fine condition. Illustrated with a colour map inside the front and back cover, colour, b/w drawings. The book is new. 490pp including List of plates, notes, index. Price un-clipped. Heavy book (approx. 1.3 Kg). This is another paragraph Book Description: To celebrate its 40th anniversary, the first ever illustrated edition of this collection of tales which takes readers further into the stories told in The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion, featuring 18 full-colour paintings depicting scenes from the First, Second and Third Ages of Middle-earth. Unfinished Tales is a collection of narratives ranging in time from the Elder Days of Middle-earth to the end of the War of the Ring, and provides those who have read The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings with a whole collection of background and new stories. The book concentrates on the realm of Middle-earth and comprises such elements as The Quest of Erebor, Gandalf s lively account of how it was that he came to send the Dwarves to the celebrated party at Bag-End; the emergence of the sea-god Ulmo before the eyes of Tuor on the coast of Beleriand; and an exact description of the military organization of the Riders of Rohan. Unfinished Tales also contains the only story about the long ages of Númenor before its downfall, and all that is known about such matters as the Five Wizards, the PalantÃri and the legend of Amroth. The tales were edited by Christopher Tolkien, who provides a short commentary on each story, helping the reader to fill in the gaps and put each story into the context of the rest of his father s writings. In celebration of its 40th anniversary, this new edition features 18 stunning paintings from critically acclaimed Tolkien artists, Alan Lee, John Howe & Ted Nasmith, which reveal the three Ages of Middle-earth like never before. First UK edition-first printing of this 40th anniversary edition.

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