Fourth impression of the three volume deluxe edition, published by HarperCollins. Publisher's paper-covered boards with Tolkien's monogram to spines and front boards, housed in matched slipcase. The case with a large split of 4.5" to the top rear edge, and with minor shelfwear besides to be expected. Else, light shelfwear to the books including the odd small mark to the spines, and a bump to the tail of the spine of volume III. Publisher's advertising slip loosely inserted, worn with losses to the corners and crease damage to the edges. A bright early printing of the deluxe edition.