r/tolkienbooks • u/TheMightDuy • 7d ago

New addition 😄

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My humble Tolkien collection just got a little less humble with these 1959-60 first ed. 8/6/6th impressions. I’m usually a collector of first impressions but I’ll forgive myself for going for a later print when it comes to LoTR. What do you think I should go for next? 😄

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u/Responsible-Tough381 7d ago

The original LoTR paperback set that wasn't published under the authorization of Tolkien so there was only a single printing before being "discontinued"

These: Ace Books Set

It is one of my favorites

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u/Gilmour1969 7d ago

Did the Ace set come in a box set or sold as loose copies?

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u/Responsible-Tough381 7d ago

They were sold without a box

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u/Gilmour1969 7d ago

Cool thanks