Description: This is a TRUE 1st U.S. edition and 1st printing of Unfinished Tales by J.R.R. Tolkien in excellent shape! If you're a collector, this is an absolute must-have. "An indispensable volume illuminating many unknown stories and details of Middle-earth unavailable elsewhere" - Douglas A. Anderson, author of The Annotated Hobbit Synopsis:Collected by Tolkien's son, these tales further explore the legendary Middle-earth, including its languages, legends, politics, and kings, and ranging temporally from the Elder Days of The Silmarillion through the War of the Rings. Simultaneous.From the Back Cover:The tone is heroic, both the heroes and the villains greater than life-size. New York Times Book ReviewUnfinished Tales of Numenor 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 Numenor 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 palantiri, and about the legend of Amroth.Edited and with an introduction, commentary, index, and maps by Christopher Tolkien. Welcome to your go-to destination for rare books, where we focus on sourcing valuable titles that new collectors can afford! As a dedicated rare book dealer, we specialize in curating a collection of unique and valuable finds perfect for both seasoned collectors and those just starting their journey. Each book in our inventory is meticulously validated to ensure authenticity, setting us apart from others in the EBAY industry. Our goal is to be your one-stop shop for rare, affordable, and collectible books you've been searching for or never even knew you wanted. Join us as we explore the exciting world of rare literature together!
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Signed: No
Narrative Type: Fiction
Original Language: English
Edition: First Edition
Vintage: Yes
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company
Book Title: Unfinished Tales of Numenor and Middle-Earth
Publication Year: 1980
Topic: Short Stories (Single Author), Fantasy / Epic
Number of Pages: 472 Pages
Language: English
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: Fiction
Author: J.R.R. Tolkien
Format: Hardcover