The Art of The Lord of the Rings

J.R.R. Tolkien, 2023

Overview

This art book presents a comprehensive collection of J.R.R. Tolkien's visual creations for The Lord of the Rings, including nearly 200 sketches, drawings, paintings, and maps. Many of these artworks served as aids for Tolkien to develop and maintain consistency within his complex narrative. The collection also features maps detailing the landscapes of Middle-earth and the Shire, alongside inscriptions in Elvish script and facsimile leaves from the Book of Mazarbul, offering insight into Tolkien's creative process as an 'editor' of ancient texts.

Who it's for

• Readers interested in J.R.R. Tolkien's creative process.
• Fans of The Lord of the Rings seeking visual context for the story.
• Collectors of Tolkien-related art and lore.

Key features

• Hardback edition
• 240 pages
• Published by HarperCollins UK
• ISBN: 9780008601416
• Features over 180 colour images
• Edited by Tolkien scholars Wayne G. Hammond and Christina Scull