The History of The Lord of the Rings. Easton Press Leather Hardcover Collectible Edition. Never read or used in any way, perfect condition. Beautiful gilt lettering and designs on the cover and spine. Satin ribbon book marker attached.
An enthralling account of the writing of the Book of the Century which contains many additional scenes and includes the unpublished Epilogue in its entirety. Continues the account of the creation of The Lord of the Rings started in the earlier volume.The Return of the Shadow. It races the great expansion of the tale into new lands and peoples south and east of the Misty Mountains: the emerence of Lothlorien, of Ents, of the Riders of Rohan, and of Saruman the White in the fortress of Isengard.
In brief outlines and pencilled drafts dashed down on scraps of paper are seen the first entry of Galadriel, the earliest ideas of the history of Gondor, and the original meeting of Aragorn and Eowyn, its significance destined to be wholly transformed. With its premium leather binding, a hubbed spine accented with true 22kt gold, and gilded page ends, this luxurious volume is the state-of-the-art in fine bookmaking. 5 1/2" x 8 5/8", 464pp.