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The Lord of the Rings
This special 50th anniversary hardback edition of J.R.R. Tolkien’s classic masterpiece includes the complete revised and reset text, two-fold out maps printed in red and black and, unique to this edition, a full-colour fold-out reproduction of Tolkien’s own facsimile pages from the Book of Mazarbul that the Fellowship discover in Moria.
Special 50th anniversary edition of the literary phenomenon voted Book of the Century and the Nation's favourite Big Read. Includes revised and reset text and special features unique to this edition. One of the greatest works of imaginative fiction in the English language -- the acknowledged Book of the 20th Century The Lord of the Rings -- the biggest movie event of the 21st century Winner of the BBC's Big Read with 174,000 votes, almost 40,000 more than the runner-up Major DVD release of The Return of the King extended edition in December 2004 50th anniversary edition -- with unique extras, sumptuous slipcased binding and fully corrected, definitive 'must-have' text for fans The anniversary year will see Royal Mail issuing stamps of Tolkien's artwork; Royal Mint issuing commeorative LOTR coins, confirming Tolkien as a national treasure The Lord of the Rings West End musical in 2005 Competition: None.
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Special 50th anniversary edition of the literary phenomenon voted Book of the Century and the Nation's favourite Big Read. Includes revised and reset text and special features unique to this edition.
Since it was first published in 1954, The Lord of the Rings has been a book people have treasured. Steeped in unrivalled magic and otherworldliness, its sweeping fantasy and epic adventure has touched the hearts of young and old alike. Over 100 million copies of its many editions have been sold around the world, and occasional collectors' editions become prized and valuable items of publishing.
This one-volume hardback edition contains the complete text, fully corrected and reset, and features for the very first time the pages from the Book of Mazarbul, illustrations done by Tolkien and intended for inclusion in the famous 'Bridge of Khazad-dûm' chapter. Also appearing are previously unpublished family trees and two, full-size fold-out maps.
Sympathetically packaged to reflect the classic look of the original, this revised edition of the bestselling hardback will prove irresistible to collectors and new fans alike.
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The Lord of the Rings is widely celebrated as a masterpiece of imaginative fiction, with acclaim for its storytelling and rich depiction of a fantastical world. Critics praise it for its significant influence on the fantasy genre and its enduring appeal across generations. Many regard it as essential reading, highlighting its grandeur and captivating narrative.
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ISBN: 9780261103207
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 31 October 1994
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: HarperCollins
Edition: Single volume 50th Anniversary edition
Illustration: 3 b/w illus, 3 col plates, (2 x 2-colour fold-out maps), Index
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 69.0mm
Width: 149.0mm
Height: 228.0mm
Weight: 1710g
Pages: 1184
About the Author
J.R.R.Tolkien (1892-1973) was a distinguished academic, though he is best known for writing The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion, plus other stories and essays. His books have been translated into 50 languages and have sold many millions of copies worldwide.
Also by J. R. R. Tolkien
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