The Lord of the Rings — J.R.R. Tolkien — 1978 Book Club Associates — Pauline Baynes Dust Jacket — One‑Volume Edition — Printed in Great Britain

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Description

A desirable 1978 Book Club Associates one‑volume edition of The Lord of the Rings, complete in a single binding and featuring the iconic Pauline Baynes jacket artwork. This mid‑century printing is increasingly sought after for its compact India‑paper format and its vivid, era‑defining dust jacket.

Condition

• Book: Dark green boards remain clean and presentable, with bright gilt spine lettering. Light handling wear consistent with careful use. Binding appears tight and square, with no visible cracking or loose gatherings.

• Dust Jacket: Original Baynes jacket present — a major point of desirability. Shows moderate edge wear, small chips, and uniform age toning. Colors remain strong and unfaded. Jacket is complete with both flaps intact.

• Pages: Evenly aged, clean, and free of writing or staining.

• Maps & Front Matter: All maps and foreword pages present.

• Overall Grade: Very Good book / Good+ jacket, a solid collector‑level example.

Edition Notes for Collectors

• Published 1978 by Book Club Associates (London)

• Printed in Great Britain

• One‑volume edition containing The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers, and The Return of the King

• Features the classic Pauline Baynes cover illustration

• India‑paper style thin stock typical of mid‑century Tolkien one‑volume printings

• Increasingly scarce in collectible condition with jacket present

• A solid vintage reading / display copy of one of the most recognizable mid-century Lord of the Rings jackets. Not a first edition and not fine condition, priced accordingly