Farmer Giles of Ham, The Rise and Wonderful Adventures of Farmer Giles, Lord of Tame, Count of Worminghall and King of the Little Kingdom
London: Allen & Unwin, 1966.
Paline Baynes. 1st Edition, Hobbits, Lord of the Rings, Original Cloth. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Near Fine / Near Fine. Item #2818
Farmer Giles of Ham, The Rise and Wonderful Adventures of Farmer Giles, Lord of Tame, Count of Worminghall and King of the Little Kingdom, by J.R.R. Tolkien. This is his second major published work, preceded only by the Hobbit. Originally published in 1949, this is the 5th impression of the 1st Edition, published by Allen & Unwin, in 1966. A Near Fine book with original dustjacket (unclipped) in Near Fine condition showing a little tanning to the spine. The dustjacket is not price clipped. The book has no writing or previous owners names. The textblock is clean, bright and tight, without any foxing, top edge slightly dusty. Two color plates by Pauline Baynes, as well as being illustrated on almost every page with her line drawings. Highly collectable, this is a very nice copy for any Tolkien fans collection. Digital photo's available, inquire if interested. Other Tolkien books available, include both the UK and US editions, original cloth bindings, custom fine bindings, and Signed/Numbered/Limited Editions.
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