THE TWO TOWERS J. R. R. Tolkien 1st Ed 2nd Impression 1955 VG/VG With Jacket Map

Title: The Two Towers (Being the Second Part of The Lord of the Rings). Publisher: George Allen & Unwin, London. Year: 1955 (First Edition, Second Impression). This is a genuine and highly collectible, rare 1955 second impression of J.

Tolkien's The Two Towers. This copy retains all of its important original components, making it an excellent centerpiece for any serious Tolkien or fantasy collection. Book Condition is Very Good. Binding & Boards: Bound in original red buckram cloth with bright gilt spine titling.

The binding is sound, square, and tight. The text block shows a very slight, standard age-related warp, but sits beautifully on the shelf. Edges & Pages: Features the original red top stain. The top and bottom edges show mild, honest shelf wear. The internal text block is clean, crisp, and completely free of writing, highlighting, or tears.

Endpapers: Endpapers show some typical age-related discoloration. There is a neat previous owner's name and address written on the Front Free Endpaper (FFEP). Map: The original fold-out map at the rear is present and in excellent, crisp condition with no tearing or marks.

Dust Jacket Condition (Good / Very Good). Authenticity: This is the correct, original George Allen & Unwin dust jacket. Wear: Shows minor chipping at the top and bottom of the spine ends. Discoloration: There is some minor edge and spine discoloration, as photos illustrate well, primarily resulting from a previous cellophane protective wrap (now removed). It remains unclipped and presents very well when housed in a protective sleeve. Please see the high-resolution photos for an exact look at the condition.