HardCover. Pub Date :2004-10-18 Pages: 1184 Language: English Publisher: HarperCollins UK This deluxe slipcased volume contains the definitive version of the text. featuring for the very first time full-colour facsimiles of pages from the Book of Mazarbul. illustrations by Tolkien that he intended for inclusion in the Bridge of Khazad-dum chapter.Also appearing are previously unpublished family trees and two full-size fold-out maps.Since it was first published in 1954.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 100 million copies of its many editions have been sold around the world. and occasional collectors editions become prized and valuable items of publishing.This deluxe cased volume contains the complete text. full...