1991 The Lost Road and Other Writings by JRR Tolkien / Harper Collins / First Edition Thus / In Very Good Condition / History Middle Earth

In very good condition, here is a 1991 First Edition Thus copy of The Lost Road and Other Writings - Language and Legend Before Lord of the Rings - JRR Tolkien. Edited by Christopher Tolkien.

This volume shows Tolkien grappling with how to connect his invented world to our own, both through language and myth. It’s especially compelling for readers who appreciate the historical and linguistic underpinnings of literature. The unfinished nature of The Lost Road also offers a rare look at Tolkien’s creative process—his hesitations, revisions, and grand ambitions.

Contents: The Fall of Numenor and the Lost Road; The Early History of the Legend; The Fall of Numenor; The Lost Road; Vainor and Middle Earth Before the Lord of the Rings; The Etymologies; The Genealogies; The List of Names; The Second Silmarillion Map.

Inside the pages are clean, bright and tightly bound with no writing or markings of previous ownership. Has the feel of never having been read. Has a map at the end. The top closed edge has spotting (see photos), and there are a few very slight creases to a few top corners.

Petrol-blue unclipped dust wrapper is also in very good condition, with just some mild edge wear creasing - but minor.

A treat for the Tolkien fan and collector. Your copy of The Lost Road will be wrapped with care in tissue and ribbon* and sent well packaged. I am always happy to add a gift card with a message to the parcel if desired.

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