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The Lord of the Rings Illustrated by the Author
Illustrated by J.R.R. Tolkien
Series: Tolkien Illustrated Editions
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Ideal for collectors and devoted fans of high fantasy, this exquisite edition offers a rare opportunity to own a beautifully produced volume that reflects Tolkien’s original artistic vision. It suits readers who appreciate detailed world-building, rich storytelling, and the craftsmanship of a uniquely illustrated classic.
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See moreIncludes appendices (Annals of the kings and rulers; The tale of years (chronology of the Westlands); Family trees (Hobbits); Calendars; Writing and spelling) and indexes (Poems and songs; Poems and phrases in languages other than common speech; Persons, places and things).
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A very special edition of J. R. R. Tolkien's classic masterpiece, The Lord of the Rings, gorgeously illustrated throughout in colour by the author himself with the complete text printed in two colours, plus sprayed edges and a ribbon bookmark.
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, Tolkien's sweeping fantasy and epic adventure has become a beloved fantasy classic that has touched the hearts of young and old alike. More than 150 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, jacketed hardcover edition contains the complete text, fully corrected and reset, which is printed in red and black and features, for the very first time, thirty colour illustrations, maps, and sketches drawn by Tolkien himself as he composed this epic fantasy work. These include the pages from the Book of Mazarbul, marvellous facsimiles created by Tolkien to accompany the famous 'Bridge of Khazad-dum' chapter. Also appearing are two removable fold-out maps drawn by Christopher Tolkien revealing all the detail of Middle-earth.
Sympathetically packaged to reflect the classic look of the first edition, this new edition of the bestselling hardback will prove irresistible to collectors and new fans of high fantasy alike.
This edition is the ultimate expression of the author's vision for his work:
- Author Illustrations: For the first time ever, this volume includes thirty full-colour illustrations, maps, and sketches created by J. R. R. Tolkien himself as he wrote his epic.
- A Unique Collector's Item: Packaged to reflect the classic look of the first printing, this edition is designed to be a treasured and valuable item of publishing.
- Deluxe Production: The complete text is printed in two colours, red and black, and features sprayed page edges and a ribbon bookmark, making it a beautiful gift for any book lover.
- Exclusive Fold-Out Maps: Includes two removable fold-out maps drawn by Christopher Tolkien that reveal the incredible detail of Middle-earth.
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Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780358653035
Publisher: William Morrow & Company
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 16 November 2021
Country: United States
Imprint: William Morrow & Company
Illustration: Illustrations
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 64.0mm
Width: 152.0mm
Height: 228.0mm
Weight: 1588g
Pages: 1248
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 over sixty languages and have sold many millions of copies worldwide.
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