--- product_id: 390677166 title: "The Lord of the Rings" price: "€ 178.86" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.sk/products/390677166-the-lord-of-the-rings store_origin: SK region: Slovakia --- # 30 color illustrations by Tolkien Complete text in one volume 2 removable fold-out Middle-earth maps The Lord of the Rings **Price:** € 178.86 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📖 Own the legend: The ultimate Tolkien treasure for true fans and collectors! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Lord of the Rings - **How much does it cost?** € 178.86 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sk](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/390677166-the-lord-of-the-rings) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Exclusive Fold-Out Maps:** Two detailed fold-out maps by Christopher Tolkien reveal the intricate geography of Middle-earth for immersive exploration. - • **Dual-Color Text Printing:** Complete text printed in striking red and black, enhancing readability and aesthetic appeal. - • **Epic Collector’s Edition:** A beautifully packaged hardback that mirrors the classic first edition, perfect for discerning fans and collectors. - • **Timeless Bestseller Status:** Join over 150 million readers worldwide who have treasured this iconic fantasy saga since 1954. - • **Author-Illustrated Masterpiece:** Includes 30 vivid color illustrations and sketches drawn by Tolkien himself, bringing Middle-earth to life like never before. ## Overview This special one-volume hardback edition of The Lord of the Rings features the complete, fully corrected text printed in red and black, enriched with 30 color illustrations and sketches by J.R.R. Tolkien. It includes two removable fold-out maps of Middle-earth by Christopher Tolkien and is packaged to reflect the classic first edition’s timeless design. A must-have collector’s item and a definitive version of the beloved fantasy epic. ## Description 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. 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 150 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 hardback edition contains the complete text, fully corrected and reset, which is printed in red and black and features, for the very first time, thirty colour illustrations, maps and sketches drawn by Tolkien himself as he composed this epic work. These include the pages from the Book of Mazarbul, marvellous facsimiles created by Tolkien to accompany the famous ‘Bridge of Khazad-dum’ chapter. Also appearing are two removable fold-out maps drawn by Christopher Tolkien revealing all the detail of Middle-earth. Sympathetically packaged to reflect the classic look of the first edition, this new edition of the bestselling hardback will prove irresistible to collectors and new fans alike. Review: Beautiful edition, absolutely loved it! - This box set is spectacular and will greatly appeal to the fans of the series like it did to me. This edition is very beautiful and comes with maps of middle earth and illustrations. Though it is on the pricier side, I don’t have any regrets about purchasing this! Review: My Precious - This book is the prettiest. If you're looking for a readability standpoint i suggest you look for a diffrent edition, as a collector i would recommend you buying it. This looks great and has all the illustrations by the author himself. I highly recommend this. ## Features - Item Trademark: HARPERCOLLINS PUBLISHERS LTD - manufacturer: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #11,852 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #10 in Coming of Age Fantasy #14 in Humorous Fantasy #23 in Sword & Sorcery Fantasy | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 11,454 Reviews | ## Images ![The Lord of the Rings - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81NJTjH8EcL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Media Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful edition, absolutely loved it! *by A***A on 22 December 2025* This box set is spectacular and will greatly appeal to the fans of the series like it did to me. This edition is very beautiful and comes with maps of middle earth and illustrations. Though it is on the pricier side, I don’t have any regrets about purchasing this! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My Precious *by E***D on 27 October 2025* This book is the prettiest. If you're looking for a readability standpoint i suggest you look for a diffrent edition, as a collector i would recommend you buying it. This looks great and has all the illustrations by the author himself. I highly recommend this. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful *by A***O on 7 September 2023* Such a beautiful edition. Came so quickly ## Frequently Bought Together - The Lord of the Rings - The Hobbit Illustrated by the Author: Illustrated by J.R.R. Tolkien (Tolkien Illustrated Editions) - The Silmarillion: Illustrated by J.R.R. 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