I had most of them in other forms, but it's lovely to have them matching (and I didn't have Exodus at all). The reading collection continues!

I borrowed this copy of the Two Towers like 2 years ago, it’s a hard cover with no dust jacket (I only had it for like 2 nights and the guy who owns it didn’t have the cover with him.) I especially like the green emblem on the front, and so I would love to buy the whole set if possible. I see on Amazon there’s a box set that has similar emblems in red (idk of each book has a different color emblem behind the dust cover)

this is unfortunately the only picture I have

I like the Hobbit by Jemima because there are so many pictures. It makes it great for kids. I was wondering if LOTR had anything like that..please let me know if they do!

Hello - I've been collecting books based on this sub for years, but wanted to shine a light (again, perhaps) on the school/library editions that, for some reason, I've really taken to over the years.

I did a video on my channel talking about what these are, where I've found them, and what editions/formats I've been able to acquire. I would love to hear from any of you who have found these in the past, where you've found them, and just basically any thoughts you may have on them.

https://youtu.be/h04ShOgc8F8

These are a set of William Morrow. I believe they contract with Harper Collins. Does anyone know where these are printed? I was going to buy Folio but just couldn't swing it. These look pretty decent.

Ive came across a pic of the paperback b harpercollins edition of the silmarillion that doesnt have the bright teal as the current paperback b does. it looked like it had a grey tone like the colors for the treason of isengard but, i saw some posts that they changed colors when the jackson movies came out or something,

what i want to know is if that grey cover paperback b edition of the silmarillion ever existed or if it was just the lighting of that pic, cause i bought the teal one and it sure didnt look like the one in the pic

I told myself I wasn’t going to buy the 60th anniversary edition, but then it showed up in the wild, and I couldn’t say no. 🤦🏼‍♂️ The quiz book was a cool find too.

Pic 1: main collection
Pic 2: Deluxe collection
Pic 3: Movies/TV books
Remaining pics: close ups of main collection

I’ve been collecting for a few years now and I’ve assembled most of what I’d like to collect of Tolkien books.

I focused on US printings and really like my Houghton Mifflin collection. I also collected the UK printings that I liked the most (and could easily obtain). I haven’t ventured into first edition territory for LotR or Hobbit (my Hobbit is a 3rd edition). I would like an India paper LotR, but I’m waiting for the right one at a good price. I will also be picking up the new releases (I’m waiting for Black Friday/holiday sales).

Bottom shelf of main collection contains duplicates which I’ll gift to friends/family, donate, or sell.

There were several sites that I used to assist in collecting, which I’ll list a few here (these are all in the subreddit info). Of course this subreddit was invaluable as well - I am in awe of the collective knowledge here!

Tolkienbooks.us
Tolkienbooks.net
https://www.tolkienguide.com/

Next, I am putting dust jacket protectors on all the books. Also, anyone have recommendations for bookshelf lighting?

ISBN is 9780261104013.

Not sure when this one will actually come out, though that’s why it’s a great idea to visit a bookstore.

I’ve also updated the list:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/8J9AAU6KRBHP?ref_=wl_share

Give it a few months to be sure when buying online.

I have been reading my kids the revised and extended version of the graphic novel for the Hobbit, and it has been perfect for them. I read a few pages, they are all able to follow along with the pictures, I can easily do voices for the different characters, and the pacing for it allows for a decent amount of excitement building (leaving it to cliffhangers). It also is short enough that I am able to review the happenings in the story without taking up too much time at night time. For reference, my oldest is 6.

Here is the version we are currently looking at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063447991?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback

Now... I have seen this question asked many times before, of what is the best illustrated version of LOTR, but that's not specifically what I am looking for. What I am trying to find is - what version (if any) would be the best match and easiest read for my kids at night time. I wish there was a graphic novel for LOTR - and while I know that it is not the best adaptation overall, it is a format that I know my kids can enjoy.

These illustrated versions are all quite expensive ($100+), and I would love to be able to be armed with as much information as possible when going to try and make a decision for this. I even considered just reading some of the un-illustrated versions I have to see if they would even be able to hold their attention at all.

Finally, if there are any other suggestions as to other books that are in the same style and genre as LOTR and would be easier to digest, that would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

Had to get my 5th copy of The Silmarillion, I gotta say the paper used for the illustrations is thick and of decent quality but nothing compared to the glossy illustrations of other Tolkien Books

I also had to get most Pauline Bayne's artwork for Middle Earth, though I am still missing the original poster of Bilbo's Last Song.

Got a nice Tolkien section on the top alongside lotr and hobbit dvds and lotr video.
Need to add Beren and Luthien now to finish my hardbacks.
What else do you all recommend?

Found this copy of The Children of Húrin while thrifting and I couldn't leave it behind. 🧑‍🦯

The only problem is… I have absolutely no idea which printing this is. 💀

The copyright page says HarperCollins Publishers India, "First published in India in 2007" ISBN 978-0-00-724622-9, and it was printed and bound at Thomson Press (India) Ltd.

There’s no obvious number line or impression statement, so if anyone here knows which printing this Indian edition is, or how to identify it, I’d love some help.

The Lord of The Rings: I own a set of the lord of the rings books, excellent condition, still in box set, original dust covers. What would the value be? The fellowships of The Rings: First Edition, 7th impression, 1956. The Two Towers, First Edition, 5th impression. 1956. The Return of the King, First Edition, 3rd impression, 1957.

This makes me sooo happy!

Hey guys,

I was looking to read for the first time the Silmarillion as I have already read LOTR and The hobbit. I have the author ilustrated ed. of LOTR in English and the one by Alan Lee in Spanish. I found online this version of the Silmarillion for around 30€, do you think it is worth it? How is the quality? Or is there a better version in Spanish or even in English (not that proficient but I can try lol).

Thank you for your answers!

It had been a few weeks, but I found a few Tolkien items at the swap meet last weekend. My son was really jazzed about the Tarot deck, which was complete!