The Hobbit, or There and Back Again, J.R.R. Tolkien, Second edition, Thirteenth impression, 1961

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 the Author.

Published by George Allen & Unwin, London, 1961. Second edition, thirteenth impression. Printed in Great Britain by Unwin Brothers Limited, Woking and London.

A good hardback in original Publisher's green cloth with printed cover design. Cover is crisp and clean, with sun fading to spine area. Binding is sound. With prize presentation inscription from Terrington Hall School to blank endpaper. Pictorial map endpapers - with some mild offsetting. No dustjacket.

With colour frontispiece and black and white illustrations elsewhere.

Text is clean and bright throughout with spotting to edge of text block.

A good second edition copy.

Text in English.

315pp + (1).

Dimensions: approx 190mm high x 129mm wide x 30mm deep.

Weight: approximately 438g (unpacked).