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The Lord of the Rings

By J. R. R. Tolkien
Series: The Lord Of The Rings
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J. R. R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings has received several awards and honours over the years. It was awarded the International Fantasy Award in 1957. In 1999, it topped Amazon’s "Book of the Millennium" poll, emphasising its enduring popularity. The BBC’s "The Big Read" in 2003 also listed it as Britain’s best-loved book. Although the book itself was not nominated for an Academy Award, its film adaptations garnered numerous nominations and awards, further cementing its legacy in the fantasy genre.
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You might enjoy this epic fantasy if you're drawn to immersive worlds filled with intricate details, dynamic characters, and epic battles between good and evil. This tale weaves adventure and friendship, exploring themes like loyalty and courage in a richly constructed universe that's captivated readers for generations.

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The Lord of the Rings

This deluxe slipcased volume contains the definitive version of the text, featuring for the very first time full-colour facsimiles of pages from the Book of Mazarbul, illustrations by Tolkien that he intended for inclusion in the 'Bridge of Khazad-dum' chapter. Also appearing are previously unpublished family trees and two full-size fold-out maps.

The Classic Bestselling Fantasy Novel

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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 deluxe cased volume 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-dum' 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 Also appearing are previously unpublished family trees and two, full-size fold-out maps.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 brand new volume will prove irresistible to collectors and new fans alike.

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The Lord of the Rings by J. R. R. Tolkien is widely acclaimed as a masterpiece and one of the greatest works of imaginative fiction of the 20th century. It is celebrated for its compelling storytelling and vivid world-building, captivating readers with its grandeur and depth. The novel is seen as a must-read, forming a significant part of the literary landscape for English-speaking audiences.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780007182367

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 18 October 2004

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Edition: Single volume deluxe edition edition

Illustration: 3 b/w illus, 3 col plates, (2 x 2-colour fold-out maps), Index

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 72.0mm

Width: 149.0mm

Height: 228.0mm

Weight: 1810g

Pages: 1184

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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 60 languages and have sold many millions of copies worldwide.

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