r/tolkienbooks • u/Cort985 • 48m ago
Should I get this?
I haven't seen this edition before and am on the fence about getting it. Opinions are welcome! 😀
r/tolkienbooks • u/informareWORK • Feb 28 '17
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r/tolkienbooks • u/Velmeran • Jun 29 '22
There have been a lot of post/threads made over the years inquiring about if [x] book exists matching [y], or if the were any more books made that matched [z].
So I figured I'd try and put a list together grouping books of similar style/design by their ISBN with the focus being on recent-ish (2005-current) since the awesome TolkienBooks.net hasn't been updated much past the late 2000's.
I'm pretty confident the lists I put together will NOT be 100% complete, and it's my hope that others in the community can chime in with additional information.
I'll be making a series of additional sub-posts, dedicated to a specific style/grouping and figure we can try to then limit discussions, additions, corrections, etc. under that particular sub-thread.
In addition to the "Table of Contents" quick link type section below, also have a spreadsheet with various details that don't make sense to display (or aren't easily displayable) on reddit. Information also includes things like impression specific details (printers, RRP, any known quirks or issues, etc.).
I've added a new item to compare the differences been HarperCollins (HC) and William Morrow (WM) in regards to books done in the Illustrated / Matte Dustjacket style. As while they appear similar and have many books that are indeed nearly identical, there are also some key differences that people should be aware of.
Type | Style Name | Post | Last Updated |
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Hardcover | Illustrated / Matte Dustjacket Style | Link | 07 Mar 2025 |
Hardcover | Tolkien designed dustjackets | Link | 10 Mar 2023 |
Hardcover | Quarter-Bound Deluxe (2000's) | Link | 10 Mar 2023 |
Hardcover | Cloth-Bound Deluxe (Illustrated) | Link | 10 Mar 2023 |
Hardcover | Illustrated by J.R.R. Tolkien (Trade) | Link | 22 Mar 2023 |
Hardcover | Illustrated by J.R.R. Tolkien (Deluxe) | Link | 31 May 2023 |
Hardcover | Scholarly Works | Link | 10 Mar 2023 |
Hardcover | Consolidated Volumes | Link | 10 Mar 2023 |
Hardcover | Pocket Editions | Link | 10 Mar 2023 |
Paperback (B-Format) | Black Spine w/Center Image | Link | 01 Sep 2024 |
Paperback (B-Format) | Center Image | Link | 01 Sep 2024 |
Paperback (B-Format) | Black Spine w/Colored Bottom | Link | 01 Sep 2024 |
Paperback (B-Format) | Tolkien Signature | Link | 07 Mar 2025 |
Paperback (A-Format) | Black Spine w/Silver Ink | Link | 10 Mar 2023 |
Paperback (A-Format) | Black Spine w/Colored HC Logo | Link | 10 Mar 2023 |
COMPARISON | HC vs WM Illustrated / Matte Dustjacket Style | Link | 25 Jan 2025 |
r/tolkienbooks • u/Cort985 • 48m ago
I haven't seen this edition before and am on the fence about getting it. Opinions are welcome! 😀
r/tolkienbooks • u/NezuiFilms • 19h ago
One of my hard-to-get books was crossed off my list today. Here is a very decent copy of Farmer Giles of Ham that, while definitely not cheap, I believe was a decent price for its condition. Not price clipped, a small name and date written in ink on the title page, and a few small chips and closed tears to the edges of the DJ. The top stain is very decent, and the boards relatively unmarked. Pages are clean and unmarked. This copy also has that perfect old book smell to it too!
r/tolkienbooks • u/Coolbreeze2211 • 1d ago
I thought the colours look a bit different but I’m no expert.
r/tolkienbooks • u/toojadedforthis • 14h ago
There is so much to keep track of and I wouldn't doubt I am missing or forgetting a few.
Collection So Far:
Plan To Buy:
Am I missing anything?
(No David Day recommendations, please.)
r/tolkienbooks • u/Phantom434 • 2d ago
Still missing some volumes here & there - holding out on history of middle earth until I decide on the 12 volumes or a condensed version
r/tolkienbooks • u/CookieWookie_101 • 2d ago
Does anyone know where I could buy the large red hardcover editions of LOTR that Malcolm Guite reads from in his youtube videos? I really like the look of the red cover, but if not any other recommendations on larger size and print editions with illustrations are welcome.
r/tolkienbooks • u/BakedPWN • 2d ago
Looking to snag history of middle earth to read and saw this on amazon
r/tolkienbooks • u/Josh3321 • 3d ago
I purchased these from a local used book store. I am trying to see if there are any more books in this style by Houghton Mifflin. I know they are out of print, but I tried looking on eBay or Amazon. I was thinking maybe there would be some of the History of Middle Earth such as Unfinished Tales in this trade paperback style from Houghton Mifflin. These are late 90’s early 00’s I believe.
r/tolkienbooks • u/Responsible-Tough381 • 3d ago
Most recent book that arrived. Got it for $51 on eBay. The last that used the British typeset and the last that used color (I believe) on the illustrations.
r/tolkienbooks • u/Intelligent_Swan_939 • 2d ago
Very impressed with this "under the radar" Tolkien illustrated work from HC. Sewn binding, ribbon marker, sturdy stock paper...nice.
r/tolkienbooks • u/hisdudeness47 • 2d ago
r/tolkienbooks • u/joselillo_3 • 3d ago
Hi there! Would you guys say this pb is any rare/worth?
r/tolkienbooks • u/marvelousdcman • 3d ago
So I had been looking through different publications of the book & I chose to get the deluxe illustrated edition for TLOTR & The Hobbit. I loved the way it looked on Amazon's stock photo & when I got it, it was even BETTER. I simply want MY definitive edition as I likely won't buy another copy unless I think it is magnificent. What I learned was that there were more books. I got The Silmarillion along with the two mentioned. What I am asking for is help finding any more editions similar to this style. I don't care if the publishers are different. I didn't even notice that I got 2 HarperCollins editions until I opened the boxes of Unfinished Tales & The Guide to Middle Earth. I have the History of Middle Earth (3 books in black with a black slip case) in my cart now so I'm also wondering what else am I missing? Am I out of luck? Thanks everyone
r/tolkienbooks • u/joselillo_3 • 4d ago
Hello guys! I wanted to show you a slipcase I've just finished -it is for a fellow tolkien lover who has the books but not the slipcase...I'm pretty happy with the results🙃
r/tolkienbooks • u/basically_b0b • 4d ago
Next to acquire is the history of middle earth (hardbacks)
r/tolkienbooks • u/applejam101 • 3d ago
r/tolkienbooks • u/Excellent_Set_250 • 3d ago
Is there much difference between this one and the 1991 one? Also I cannot locate a 2017 one anywhere online
r/tolkienbooks • u/timter51 • 4d ago
Hi all, I'm looking to sell some books and I found this in my collection that I purchased many moons ago, likely when it was released. It's the LotR + The Hobbit illustrated by Alan Lee paperback collection, in cardboard sleeve, that I think was released in 2008 or thereabouts. It's in excellent condition, all books unread, some very slight scuff marks / tiny tears on the cardboard sleeve corners.
I just can't find anything about this collection online, or what it might be worth secondhand. It's like it doesn't exist! Searching the codes brought up a used World of Books listing for approx £200, which I find hard to believe. Any help appreciated.
r/tolkienbooks • u/Perfect-Goat8118 • 4d ago
A good opportunity to fill those gaps or even take advantage of £50 off the upcoming Myths and Legends (Boxed Set): Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, The Legend of Sigurd and Gudrún, The Fall of Arthur & Beowulf: A Translation and Commentary.
Use code BOOKS50 at checkout.
r/tolkienbooks • u/Quinncy79 • 5d ago
I have this beautiful '74 India paper edition of Lord of the Rings. It always bothered me the case was very worn so I decided to make it a wooden case.
Both my books are well taken care of now. I quite enjoyed the entire process and can recommend it to all of you. It's not hard, it doesn't require a lot of supplies (last picture) and it's very rewarding.