[Prime] Tolkien Illustration Hardcover Edition Books: Hobbit $83; LOTR $107; Silmarillion $86 + Free S&H

Experience the Magic: J. R. R. Tolkien Deluxe Illustrated Hardcover Book EditionsImmerse yourself in the timeless sagas of Middle-earth with these exquisite collector’s editions. Each volume is a masterpiece of storytelling and artistry, featuring original illustrations by J.R.R. Tolkien himself, meticulously crafted to captivate both seasoned fans and new adventurers alike. The Hobbit: An Illustrated Journey

• First-Ever Fully Illustrated Slipcased Edition: Discover Bilbo Baggins’ enchanting prelude to The Lord of the Rings like never before, presented in a beautiful slipcased format.
• Tolkien’s Original Artwork: Adorned throughout with over 50 sketches, drawings, paintings, and maps by J.R.R. Tolkien himself, bringing his world vividly to life.
• Luxurious Presentation: The complete text is printed in two colors, enhancing the reading experience with visual depth.
• Exclusive Bonus Features:
  • Two poster-size, fold-out maps revealing all the detail of Thror’s Map and Wilderland.
  • An illustrated 88-page booklet packed with insights and additional content.
  • A printed art card faithfully reproducing Tolkien’s original dustjacket painting.
• Masterful Craftsmanship: Quarterbound with elegant raised ribs on the spine, stamped in three foils on sophisticated black cloth boards, and housed in a custom-built, clothbound slipcase. The pages are exquisitely edged in gold and include a convenient ribbon marker.

The Lord of the Rings: Author-Illustrated Collector’s Edition

• Epic Adventure Reimagined: A sumptuous slipcased edition of Tolkien’s classic epic tale of adventure, fully illustrated in color for the very first time by the author himself.
• Complete & Corrected Text: This one-volume hardcover edition presents the entire text, fully corrected and reset, printed strikingly in red and black for enhanced readability.
• Thirty Color Illustrations by Tolkien: Experience Middle-earth through thirty original color illustrations, maps, and sketches drawn by J.R.R. Tolkien during the composition of his monumental work.
• Rare Inclusions: Features rare J.R.R. Tolkien illustrations, including magnificent facsimiles of the pages from the Book of Mazarbul, accompanying the famous ‘Bridge of Khazad-dum’ chapter.
• Immersive Maps: Two removable fold-out maps, masterfully drawn by Christopher Tolkien, reveal every intricate detail of Middle-earth.
• Collector’s Quality Binding: This very special collector’s edition is quarterbound with raised ribs on the spine, stamped in two foils, and boasts beautifully gold-edged pages.

The Silmarillion: Tales of the Elder Days, Unveiled

• The Forerunner Unveiled: A beautiful deluxe stamped clothbound hardcover edition of the foundational text to The Lord of the Rings, housed in a custom-built clothbound slipcase.
• Tolkien’s Vision in Color: Illustrated throughout in color by J.R.R. Tolkien himself, with the complete text printed in two colors, making this a truly unique presentation.
• A Tapestry of Ancient Lore: This essential volume includes several shorter, crucial works that expand on Middle-earth’s history:
  • Ainulindalë: The myth of the Creation.
  • Valaquenta: Descriptions of the nature and powers of each of the gods.
  • Akallabêth: The dramatic downfall of the great island kingdom of Númenor.
  • Of the Rings of Power: Detailing the great events at the end of the Third Age, as narrated in The Lord of the Rings.
• Over 50 Original Illustrations: This deluxe slipcased edition features more than 50 color paintings, illustrations, and designs drawn by J.R.R. Tolkien during his epic composition.
• Exclusive Edition Highlights:
  • Two poster-size, fold-out maps charting the intricate details of Beleriand as the tales grew.
  • An illustrated booklet with ‘A Brief Account of The Silmarillion and its Making’ by Christopher Tolkien.
  • A printed art card reproducing ‘Taniquetil’.
• Premium Collector’s Finish: Quarterbound with elegant raised ribs on the spine, stamped in three foils on black cloth boards, and housed in a custom-built, clothbound slipcase. The pages are exquisitely edged in silver and include a luxurious ribbon marker.