Im new to book collecting and am wanting to try to get some leather bound books. The tolkien library store always has a large amount of rare and collectible tolkien books up for sale. This is the book where it all started from for me and for. The hobbit tells the famous story of bilbo baggins, a hobbit who is caught up in the affairs of wizards. How to clean, repair and protect leather books book collecting guide. First edition, early issue re bound in fine leather with gold trim. Any book you choose, hand bound in highquality leather. They are all still wrapped in shrink wrap and have not been opened.
The endsheets are of moire fabric with a silk ribbon page marker. The first printing of the hobbit was published on september 21, 1937 with a print run of only 1500 copies. Details about jrr tolkien the lord of the rings 1966 leather bound box set collectors ed. The leather book library custom leather bound books. Genuine, original, and highly valued, these books belong in the library of the most discerning collector and also make the perfect gift. A major part of my tolkien book collection concentrates upon one single book, namely the hobbit. Bound in green leather, with lettering on the spine, tolkiens monogram on the front and the. Oct 30, 2012 leather bound, pocket sized, golden edged pages. His books have been translated into more than fifty languages and have sold many millions of copies worldwide. The lord of the rings, with frontispiece art by acclaimed fantasy illustrator michael hague. Three of the volumes the return of the king, the silamrillion, and the hobbit. In this video i will show you guys a very inexpensive tolkien collection that i adore. This is the hobbit written and illustrated by jrr tolkien recovered in brown upholstery leather bound with a brown leather strap and a green ribbon as a book mark.
Originally published in german and translated in 1983, this is a handmade hardback leatherbound copy of the neverending story, bound in high quality leather and sealed with an auryn. This is the 50th anniversary edition marking the halfcentury since the publication of the hobbit in september, 1937. Tolkien, 9780044400912, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Custom leather bound books, blogs, dissertations, albums. Tolkien leather bound deluxe collectors slipcase hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. The books in the tolkien library store always have a high collectible value and are of the finest on the market. Collectible leather bound books, accented in 22kt gold. The red book of westmarch sometimes red book of the periannath, and the downfall of the lord of the rings, also known as the thains book after its principal version is a fictional manuscript written by hobbits, a conceit of author j. There is something particularly special about the look, smell and feel of a leather bound book. The tolkien shop is a shop in holland and an international mailorder business entirely dedicated to the works of j. Beautiful books penguin leatherbound classics waterstones. The hobbit tells a fantastic story of adventure, danger, friendship, and courage, and serves as a prequel to the even more immersive and epic book series, the lord of the rings. Each book features a leatherette cover with stamped title and all four books are held in a leatherette bound box with gold foil. In the world of books, is there anything as sumptuous as a leather binding.
By registering to participate in a jma auction sale thru any bidding service offered by us, you fully understand and expressly agree to these terms and conditions, along with the agreement to be so bound. An attractive copy of this exquisitely hand crafted book. Easton press makes the worlds most beautiful leather bound books. Deluxe pocket boxed set the hobbit and the lord of the. We carry all the books by and about tolkien both new and antiquarian, in all languages, as well as the calendars, posters, games, the merchanise from the peter jackson movies and much, much more. Leather is a natural material and may contain small natural imperfections. The history and mythology that inspired tolkiens world leather bound. Tolkien and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Each book features a leatherette cover with stamped title and all four books are held in a leatherette bound box with gold foil stamping. Six luxurious leather bound volumes that will bring you hours of entertainment. No expense spared in creating this finely bound, and highly collectable set of classics. To browse the rest of our extensive tolkien listings search using the keyword. Many of the essential elements of tolkiens classic saga have their roots in this childrens book.
A great modern classic and the prelude to the lord of. Whether you are looking for an individual book or a complete home library, we have an extensive inventory of classics, nonfiction, rare and unique bindings, as well as collections and sets that can be viewed by clicking on the subcategory icon or by. This is copy number 289 of only 1,250 copies signed and numbered by the author. The chapters are illustrated and written in a beautiful red and green, and the book measures about 6 x 9.
Note we do not use stock images, the book pictured is the book described. Lord of the rings 5 volume set trilogy, hobbit, and silmarillion tolkien, j. A beautiful, tight, clean copy with no names, dates, notations or former owners book plates to mar its appearance. Tolkien to explain the source of his fantasy writings it is a collection of writings in which the events of the hobbit. Tolkiens classics 5 volume leather bound collectors set includes. The hobbit or there and back again, special deluxe edition green leather binding and slip case lord of the rings j. Our extraordinary books are an elegant addition to any home or office, and make the perfect gift for christmas, birthdays, fathers day, mothers day or any. Leatherbound book works transforms electronic documents and blogs into fine bound heirloom quality books. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. The hobbit, the fellowship of the ring, the two towers, the return of the king. Womanowned and operated, imperial fine books is a leading specialist in leather bound books, sets, fine bindings, cosways, jeweled bindings, color plate, childrens, fine and rare books for over 35 years. Deluxe pocket edition leather bound christian got me. We can produce a new book or rebind an old book that you send to us.
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This fourvolume, deluxe pocket boxed set contains j. The book and slipcase are fine, there are no defects. You could go for a nice reading copy, an illustrated edition, a popup book, a nice leather bound hobbit, a fine old copy of the hobbit, a deluxe. Each book is a collector edition that is as magnificent to see as it is to read. Whether decorating a modern chic apartment or a baroqueinspired library, our diverse range of book styles can enhance any rooms decor. The hobbit by tolkien, j r r used books and rare books. Leather bound books have always been popular and they are likely to remain a good investment. Bookbinding combines skills from other trades such as paper and fabric crafts, leather work, model making, and graphic arts. These terms and conditions apply to all bidding at john mcinnis auctioneer sales. Tolkiens epic masterworks the hobbit and the three volumes of the lord of the rings the fellowship of the ring, the two towers, and the return of the king. Bookbinding is a specialized trade that relies on basic operations of measuring, cutting, and gluing. The book has been rebound in green leather with on spine and boards tolkiens designs. The old adage that you should never judge a book by its cover would perhaps, if written by waterstones read you should never just judge a book by its cover. The hobbit, the fellowship of the ring, the two towers, the.
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the publication of the hobbit, this special, limited edition was published. Tolkien 18921973 is the creator of middleearth and author of such classic and extraordinary works of fiction as the hobbit, the lord of the rings, and the silmarillion. One of the easton press signed, first edition, leather bound books. Full bound in fine smooth tan leather with raised bands to spine and black title and author spine labels. Deluxe pocket edition vinyl bound october 30, 2012. A must have for any tolkien fan and a gorgeous way to read one of the best classics. A finished book might need dozens of operations to complete, according to the specific style and materials. Editions of the hobbit, or there and back again by j. Tolkien new sealed easton press leather bound gift hardback.
Published by houghton mifflin, 19545556 1st us edition. The hobbit illustrated book by jrr tolkien in brown leather. Rare, limited, signed and numbered editions of the lord of. If you ordered couple books they may arrive in couple shipmenst. Lord of the rings 5 volume set trilogy, hobbit, and. The neverending story leatherbound book replica geekify inc. Tolkien 2012, book, other at the best online prices at ebay. The best leatherbound books to buy donald scarinci. The hobbit, the fellowship of the ring, the return of the king, and the silmarillion. The lord of the rings is an epic high fantasy novel written by the english philologist j.
In the hobbit, bilbo baggins is whisked away from his comfortable, unambitious life in hobbiton. Easton press the lord of the rings complete 6 volume set. Ive been looking online at classic leather bound books, but there are a number of publishers. Regardless of a collectors motivation, there are a few things to. A nice copy of this collectible edition in faux leather binding. Unfollow leather bound books to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Each heirloom is a collectors edition that can be treasured for generations. Many of these are flexi bound or childrens hard cover. Each book features a leatherette cover with stamped title and all four books are held in a leatherette bound. Others collect for content, choosing leatherbound versions of their favorite novels or historical works of literature. For grading accuracy books are photographed without a protective book cover.
A recently rebound collection of the lord of the rings trilogy with the hobbit. Tolkien book shop custom lord of the rings rebindings. The story began as a sequel to tolkiens earlier, less complex childrens fantasy novel the hobbit. There are a lot of books that are not the barnes and noble leather bound classic editions. Some of our most popular easton press books are signed by. Im looking for a box set that is either hardcover or fake leather but having a difficult time. Tight binding, spine browned, a semicircular stain on the cover, but. His journey through mirkwood and the climactic confrontation with the dragon smaug served as the launching point for tolkiens transformative trilogy, the lord of the rings. Classic editions offers a wide variety of antiquarian and custom leather bound books that feature the works of the worlds greatest writers. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in.
Easton press sells the worlds greatest books, bound in genuine leather and accented with 22kt gold. Smyth sewing and concealed muslin joints to ensure the highest quality binding. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. It was published on 21 september 1937 to wide critical. Jrr tolkien the lord of the rings 1966 leather bound. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The writing isnt too small either and can easily be read the actual size of the book itself is okay too, not too small. All volumes fine, leather bound, accented in 22kt gold. The book is bound in premium leather with gilding to the cover and spine and is printed on premium archival paper, published by easton press in 1984. Leather working turning a paperback book into a leather bound. Whether you are looking for an individual book or a complete. Tolkien books sold by the tolkien library rare book store. The hobbit or there and back again, special deluxe edition green.
Deluxe pocket boxed set the hobbit and the lord of the rings. That leather derives from living creatures should make us ever more eager to care for it. Topics about this book topics that mention this book. The lord of the rings fantasy books, adventure bound s brown leather. Bookbinder michael greer trained at moroccos oldest bindery in the craft of handbinding.
Imperial fine books leatherbound books and fine bindings. Some people collect antique leatherbound books for purely aesthetic reasons, using them as decorative objects to fill the shelves of a living room or study. We offer a rich selection of antique, vintage, and contemporary designer books at unbeatable prices. I want to begin reading these books to my kids once they get a little older. The book is housed in a custommade clamshell box that contains the same gold gilt mountains and dragons design as the binding. Tolkien the hobbit, or there and back again is a fantasy novel by english author j.