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The Lord of the Rings Illustrated Edition - by J R R Tolkien (Hardcover)
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"This edition is based on the reset edition first published 2020"--Title page verso.Book Synopsis
A sumptuous slipcased edition of Tolkien's classic epic tale of adventure, fully illustrated in color by the author himself. This deluxe volume is quarterbound in leather and includes many 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 deluxe slipcased edition contains the complete text, fully corrected and reset, which is printed in red and black, and features thirty color illustrations, maps, and sketches drawn by Tolkien himself as he composed this epic work. These include the pages from the Book of Mazarbul, marvelous facsimiles created by Tolkien to accompany the famous "Bridge of Khazad-dum" chapter. Also appearing are two poster-size, fold-out maps revealing all the detail of Middle-earth.
This very special deluxe edition is quarterbound in cloth and red leather, with raised ribs on the spine and stamped in two foils. The pages are edged in gold and contained within are special features unique to this edition.
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Q: Is this for young adults as it is illustrated?
A: It is not a picture book, if that's what you mean. It is the full regular Lord of the Rings text. Young adults have read it for decades. It includes illustrations and maps by the author.
submitted byTimmas - 1 month ago
Q: Does this come with the blue box as seen when they first released that is part of the edition?
A: No, the book as seen comes shrink wrapped in plastic
submitted byDURIN - 5 months ago
Q: Does this book contain all 3 of the movie stories?
A: The original was split into three parts when it was first published for economic reasons. This contains book I: The Fellowship of the Ring, Book II: The Two Towers, & Book III: The Return of the King
submitted bytupacca - 1 year ago