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J. R. R. Tolkien
The comprehensive collection of letters spanning the adult life of one of the world's greatest storytellers, now revised and expanded to include more than 150 previously unseen letters, with revealing…
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The official Tolkien calendar, this year containing 13 stunning paintings inspired by the Three Ages of J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth. Featuring breathtaking paintings and drawings by John Howe, with new pieces…
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J R R Tolkien
Sumptuous slipcased edition of Tolkien’s classic epic tale of adventure, fully illustrated in colour for the first time by the author himself. This deluxe volume is quarterbound in leather and…
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J. R. R. Tolkien (1892-1973) is widely regarded as one of the most important writers of the twentieth century. His popularity began with the publication in 1937 of The Hobbit…
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A special collectible hardcover edition of the precursor to J.R.R. Tolkien's epic masterpiece, The Lord of the Rings, featuring the complete work with a sumptuous cover design, foil stamping, stained…
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara
From the bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, J. R. R. Tolkien tells the story of one of the most beloved fantasy writers of all time.
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A new edition of Tolkien's famous illustrated Letters from Father Christmas to his children is presented in a stunning hardback format, complete with full colour illustrations.
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Christopher Tolkien, J R R Tolkien
Second in a series of hardcover box sets celebrating the literary achievement of Christopher Tolkien, featuring double-sided dust jackets--one side featuring artwork by John Howe, and the original graphic treatment…
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Christopher Tolkien
Second in a series of hardback boxed sets celebrating the literary achievement of Christopher Tolkien, featuring double-sided dustjackets. Includes THE LAYS OF BELERIAND, THE SHAPING OF MIDDLE-EARTH and THE LOST…
Fourth in a series of hardcover box sets celebrating the literary achievement of Christopher Tolkien, featuring double-sided dust jackets--one side featuring artwork by John Howe, and the original graphic treatment…
Mark Atherton (University of Oxford, UK)
Explores the chief influences on J R R Tolkien’s work: his boyhood in the West Midlands; the landscapes and seascapes which shaped his mythologies; his experiences in World War I…
Third in a series of hardcover box sets celebrating the literary achievement of Christopher Tolkien, featuring double-sided dust jackets--one side featuring artwork by John Howe, and the original graphic treatment…
First ever publication of J.R.R. Tolkien’s final writings on Middle-earth, covering a wide range of subjects and perfect for those who have read and enjoyed The Silmarillion, The Lord of…
"Published for the first time in one volume, this chronicle of the Second Age of Middle-Earth, told substantially in the words of J.R.R. Tolkien, adheres to the timeline of 'The…
First ever publication of J.R.R. Tolkien's final writings on Middle-earth, covering a wide range of subjects and perfect for those who have read and enjoyed The Silmarillion, The Lord of…
Vic Parker
Why did J.R.R. Tolkien think he was like a hobbit? This is just one of the hidden truths readers will learn about the popular author. This intriguing book not only…
A brief biography of author J.R.R. Tolkein.
Special unjacketed hardback edition of the prelude to J.R.R. Tolkien's epic masterpiece, The Lord of the Rings. This edition of The Silmarillion features the complete work with a unique cover…
Pamela Pollack,Meg Belviso,Pam Pollack
J.R.R. Tolkien was born in British-occupied South Africa. His early life was full of action and adventure. He spent his childhood roaming the British countryside with his family and could…
Humphrey Carpenter
The original authorised biography, and the only one written by an author who actually met J.R.R. Tolkien, reissued to mark Tolkien’s 125th Anniversary.
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SD Lee
This is a complete resource for scholars and students of Tolkien, as well as avid fans, with coverage of his life, work, dominant themes, influences, and the critical reaction to…
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Colin Duriez
A fascinating new biography of the creator of the Lord of the Rings and Middle Earth.
Tom Shippey
A critical study of Tolkien’s works by Professor T.A. Shippey.
World first publication of the collected poems of J.R.R. Tolkien, spanning almost seven decades of the author's life and presented in an elegant three-volume hardcover boxed set.
J.R.R. Tolkien aspired…
This sumptuous gift set includes a replica of the very rare first edition of The Hobbit, the only edition where one can now read the original version of the story…
For the first time ever, a very special edition of the classic masterpiece, illustrated throughout in colour by the author himself and with the complete text printed in two colours.
This is the story of how a Baggins had an adventure, and found himself doing and saying things altogether unexpected…
Building on the story begun in The Hobbit, this is the second part of Tolkien’s epic masterpiece, The Lord of the Rings, featuring a striking black cover based on Tolkien’s…
This popular paperback edition of the classic work of fantasy, with a striking new black cover based on JRR Tolkien’s own design and featuring brand new reproductions of all his…
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The second part of Frodo the hobbit’s quest to destroy the One Ring.
The third part of Frodo the hobbit’s quest in which he succeeds in his mission to destroy the One Ring.
The definitive edition of J.R.R. Tolkien’s most beloved book, sporting a facsimile of his original cover design and complete with colour plates of his own paintings, brand new reproductions of…
The story of a placid hobbit called Bilbo, who sets off on a strange and magical adventure.
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This deluxe slipcased edition of The Hobbit, printed and bound using superior materials including a silk ribbon marker, features the definitive text, plus Tolkien’s paintings and drawings in full colour…
The Hobbit is the unforgettable story of Bilbo, a peace-loving hobbit, who embarks on a strange and magical adventure. A timeless classic.
A new B-format edition of this novel, designed to take fans of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings deeper into the myths and legends of Middle-earth.
The third part of J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic adventure THE LORD OF THE RINGS
"An essential historical reference for Middle-earth fans" (Entertainment Weekly), The Fall Of Gondolin is the final work of J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth fiction, completing Christopher Tolkien's life-long achievement as the editor…
Painstakingly restored from J.R.R. Tolkien's manuscripts and presented for the first time as a continuous and standalone story, the epic tale of Beren and L?thien will reunite fans of The…
A special collectible hardcover edition of the best-selling classic, featuring the complete story with a sumptuous cover design, foil stamping, stained edges, and ribbon bookmark.
Bilbo Baggins is a hobbit…
A special collectible hardcover edition of the first part of J.R.R. Tolkien's epic masterpiece, featuring the complete story with a sumptuous cover design, foil stamping, stained edges, and ribbon bookmark.
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A special collectible hardcover edition of the second part of J.R.R. Tolkien's epic masterpiece, featuring the complete story with a sumptuous cover design, foil stamping, stained edges, and ribbon bookmark.
A special collectible hardcover edition of the final part of J.R.R. Tolkien's epic masterpiece, featuring the complete story with a sumptuous cover design, foil stamping, stained edges, and ribbon bookmark.
A revised and expanded edition of Tolkien's own Hobbit-inspired poetry, including previously unpublished poems and notes, and beautiful illustrations by Narnia artist Pauline Baynes.
One of the most intriguing characters…