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J. R. R. Tolkien: Scarce and beautifully penned letter from the revered Lord of the Rings creator

Scarce and beautifully penned letter from the revered Lord of the Rings creator

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Scarce and beautifully penned letter from the revered Lord of the Rings creator

ALS, one page, 5.25 x 7, February 2, 1967. Brief letter to Albert Wieland. In part: “I have much pleasure in sending you my signature, as you so courteously request.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope and a few newspaper clippings. The year 1967 marked the publication of Tolkien’s short story ‘Smith of Wootton Major,’ the last of his work to be published during his lifetime. Anything written in Tolkien’s famous calligraphy is supremely desirable. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA.

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