The Silmarillion: The 2022 UK Illustrated De Luxe Slipcased Edition
London: HarperCollins, 2022. J.R.R. Tolkien. 1st Edition. Hardcover. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. This Illustrated De Luxe Slipcased Edition of The Silmarillion, by J.R.R. Tolkien, was published by Harper Collins in 2022. "It is illustrated with more than 50 full-color paintings, maps, drawings and designs by the author, some appearing here for the first time." "Also appearing for the first time, an exclusive color booklet reproducing 'A Brief Account of The Silmarillion and its Making' written by Christopher Tolkien." Also included are large fold out posters that reveal the Map of The Silmarillion drawn by J.R.R. Tolkien and the colored version of the Map of Beleriand drawn by Christopher Tolkien. A removable reproduction of the Halls of Manwe (Taniquetil) printed on heavy card. Quarter bound in blue leather and black cloth with raised spine ribs, stamped in three foils with the author's Luthien and Silmarils devices, and the pages edged in silver gilt. Housed in a custom-built slipcase bound in blue cloth and stamped in silver foil, with circular die-cut revealing the Luthien device. A common fault on this edition is the silver foil on the spine of the book is very easily marked or rubbed. This particular copy has a couple of small rubs, mainly to the compartment containing the "Edited by Christopher Tolkien" Digital photo's available, inquire if interested. Other Tolkien books available, include both the UK and US editions, original cloth bindings, custom fine bindings, and Signed/Numbered/Limited Editions. Item #2612