The Hobbit, or There and Back Again, J.R.R. Tolkien, Illustrated by Alan Lee, HarperCollins, 2000

, The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien remains one of the most beloved classics of modern literature, introducing readers to Middle-earth and the adventures of Bilbo Baggins, Gandalf, and the company of dwarves on their quest to reclaim the Lonely Mountain. First published in 1937, it has captivated generations with its blend of humour, courage, and wonder. Revered both as a children’s tale and as the foundation for The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit endures as a timeless masterpiece of fantasy storytelling.

The Hobbit, or There and Back Again, by J.R.R. Tolkien. Illustrated by Alan Lee.

Published by HarperCollins Publishers, London, 2000. First paperback edition, thus, first impression. The previous hardback edition was first published in 1997.

A near fine paperback with laminated colour and gilt illustration to covers. Lightly rubbed. Soundly bound. Beautifully illustrated by one of the great Tolkien illustrators - his work was hugely influential to the Lord of the Rings movies, on which he worked as a core conceptual artist.

Text is clean and bright throughout with no spotting. No owner's inscriptions.

A most attractive text.

Text in English.

ix + 289pp + (4).

Dimensions: approx 246mm high x 192mm wide x 22mm deep.

Weight: approximately 963g (unpacked).