Lord Of The Rings Boxed Set

The prized boxed set of The Lord of the Rings, featuring Tolkien's original unused dust-jacket designs, has been reissued to mark the 60th anniversary of the first publication of The Fellowship of the Ring. This four-volume hardback edition includes the definitive text, with almost 400 corrections, the original red and black maps as fold-out sheets, a fully revised and enlarged index, and for the first time, a special plate section containing the pages from the Book of Mazarbul, making it as close as possible to the version that J.R.R. Tolkien intended.

Since its initial publication in 1954, The Lord of the Rings has captivated readers of all ages, with one hundred and fifty million copies of its many editions sold around the world. Steeped in unrivalled magic and otherworldliness, its sweeping fantasy has touched the hearts of young and old alike. In 2005, Tolkien's text was fully restored with the full co-operation of Christopher Tolkien, ensuring this set is the definitive edition.

Accompanying the four volumes of The Lord of the Rings is The Lord of the Rings: A Reader's Companion, a unique annotated guide to the text, fully updated since its first publication in 2005. This book will enhance the reader's enjoyment and understanding of one of the most influential books of the 20th century.

This Diamond Anniversary reissue of the prized boxed set marks the 60-year milestone since the first publication of The Fellowship of the Ring. The hardback editions feature Tolkien's original unused dust-jacket designs from the 1950s, reworked for this edition, and some additional text corrections, ensuring this set is a true collector's item for fans of the beloved fantasy series.

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