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The Art of The Lord of the Rings

J.R.R. Tolkien, 2015

Overview

This deluxe volume presents a comprehensive collection of J.R.R. Tolkien's artwork created as he wrote The Lord of the Rings. It includes almost 200 full-colour sketches, drawings, paintings, and maps, many of which were aids to his creative process and not intended for publication. The art illuminates Tolkien's writing and design journey, featuring maps that track the development of Middle-earth and inscriptions in runes and Elvish script.

Who it's for

• Fans of J.R.R. Tolkien's works.
• Readers interested in the creative process behind The Lord of the Rings.
• Collectors of art books and literary memorabilia.

Key features

• Hardback binding.
• 160 pages.
• Published in 2015.
• ISBN: 9781855683471.
• Published by Dalesman publishing co ltd.
• Features over 180 images, many previously unpublished.