THE HOBBIT, J R R Tolkien, 1958, 6th printing of 2nd Edition
Publisher: George Allen & Unwin Ltd, London. Significance: This rare edition features J.R.R. Tolkien's revised Chapter 5 ("Riddles in the Dark"), whic
$1,500.00
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Jane Grigson’s English Food (Macmillan, 1979)
Published by Macmillan, London, in 1979. Used copy in acceptable condition; see photos for details.
$80.00
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