The Silmarillion [Illustrated Edition], 9780063280779
Hardcover
Uncover Middle-earth’s ancient history, Tolkien’s own art illuminates the tale.

The Silmarillion [Illustrated Edition]

illustrated by j. r. r. tolkien

$148.86

  • Hardcover

    432 pages

  • Release Date

    8 November 2022

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Summary

The Silmarillion: Jewels of Middle-earth (Illustrated Edition)

For the first time ever, experience a very special edition of the forerunner to The Lord of the Rings, illustrated throughout in color by J.R.R. Tolkien himself, with the complete text printed in two colors.

The Silmarilli were three perfect jewels, fashioned by Fëanor…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780063280779
ISBN-10:0063280779
Series:Tolkien Illustrated Editions
Author:J.R.R. Tolkien
Publisher:HarperCollins
Imprint:William Morrow & Company
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:432
Release Date:8 November 2022
Weight:1.04kg
Dimensions:222mm x 143mm
What They're Saying

Critics Review

“How, given little over half a century of work, did one man become the creative equivalent of a people?” – The Guardian

“Demanding to be compared with English mythologies…at times rises to the greatness of true myth.” – Financial Times

“A creation of singular beauty…magnificent in its best moments.” – Washington Post

“A grim, tragic, brooding and beautiful book, shot through with heroism and hope…its power is almost that of mysticism.” – Toronto Globe and Mail

About The Author

J.R.R. Tolkien

John Ronald Reuel Tolkien (1892-1973) was a distinguished academic, though he is best known for writing The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, and The Silmarillion, plus other stories and essays. His books have been translated into over 60 languages and have sold many millions of copies worldwide.

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