• Front cover view of The Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien (First Edition 1977) centered on a neutral light gray background. Dust jacket is present. Chipping and creasing along the top of the dust jacket.
  • Back cover view of The Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien (First Edition 1977) centered on a neutral light gray background. Chipping is present along the top edges of the dust jacket. A larger triangle shape tear in the bottom left corner of the dust jacket where the ISBN number is printed on the jacket. The green fabric of the book cover can be seen.
  • Close-up spine view of The Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien (First Edition 1977) centered on a neutral light gray background. Dust jacket is present with a significant tear at the top spine edge of the jacket. Pages lay flat and no visible damage to the actual spine.
  • Interior view of a hardcover edition of The Silmarillion, displaying the copyright page and the "Foreword" by Christopher Tolkien. The screen shows the 1977 copyright date and original George Allen & Unwin publishing credits, marking it as a significant early printing. Part of the curated Fehmerling Books collection, this high-resolution image documents the sharp, uncreased state of the binding and the authentic typographic style of the era.
  • The sprawling, hand-drawn Map of Beleriand unfolds from the back of this vintage The Silmarillion edition. The screen captures the intricate coastal lines and mountain ranges of Middle-earth's First Age in classic black-and-red ink.
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The Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien (First Edition 1977)

The Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien (First Edition 1977)

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The Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien (First Edition 1977)

Journey back to the First Age of Middle-earth, a time of epic battles and breathtaking beauty. Discover the creation of the Silmarils, three jewels of immense power, crafted by the Elf Fëanor. Witness the devastating consequences when the Dark Lord Morgoth steals these treasures, plunging elves and men into a desperate fight for survival. Explore the rich history and mythology that underlies Tolkien's most famous works, The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. This 1977 first edition includes essential narratives like the Ainulindalë (the creation myth) and the Akallabêth (the fall of Númenor) and features the original fold-out map of Middle-earth. Within these pages lie the origins of dragons, dwarves, and the very fabric of this beloved fantasy world.

Why You’ll Love This Book

This first edition of The Silmarillion offers a captivating glimpse into Tolkien's magnificent creation. It expands the world of Middle-earth with intricate details and powerful storytelling. It's an indispensable addition to any fantasy reader's collection.

Book Details

ISBN: 9780395257302

Binding: Hardcover

Pub Date:

Publisher: George, Allen & Unwin, Ltd

Pages: 365

Author:

  • J.R.R. Tolkien

Language: English

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