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The Art of The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien,New
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J.R.R. Tolkien?s complete artwork for The Hobbit, presented for the first time in celebration of the 75th anniversaryWhen J.R.R. Tolkien wrote The Hobbit, he was already an accomplished amateur artist and drew illustrations for his book white it was still in manuscript. The Hobbit as first printed had ten blackandwhite illustrations, two maps, and binding and dust jacket designs by its author. Later, Tolkien also painted five scenes for color plates, which comprise some of his best work. His illustrations for The Hobbit add an extra dimension to that remarkable book, and have long influenced how readers imagine Bilbo Baggins and his world.Written and edited by leading Tolkien experts Wayne G. Hammond and Christina Scull, The Art of The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien showcases the complete artwork created by the author for his storyincluding more than one hundred sketches, drawings, paintings, maps, and plans. Some of these images are published here for the first time, others for the first time in color, allowing Tolkien?s Hobbit pictures to be seen completely and more vividly than ever before.
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- Q: What is 'The Art of The Hobbit' about? A: 'The Art of The Hobbit' showcases J.R.R. Tolkien’s complete artwork for his famous story, featuring over one hundred sketches, drawings, paintings, and maps, many of which are published for the first time.
- Q: Who edited 'The Art of The Hobbit'? A: The book is written and edited by leading Tolkien experts Wayne G. Hammond and Christina Scull.
- Q: What type of illustrations are included in the book? A: The book includes black-and-white illustrations, color plates, maps, and binding designs created by Tolkien himself.
- Q: When was 'The Art of The Hobbit' published? A: 'The Art of The Hobbit' was published on September 18, 2012.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is brand new and comes in hardcover.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Art of The Hobbit' have? A: 'The Art of The Hobbit' contains a total of 144 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for collectors? A: Yes, this book is ideal for collectors, especially those interested in J.R.R. Tolkien's artwork and the history of 'The Hobbit'.
- Q: Does this edition include any previously unpublished artwork? A: Yes, the book contains artwork that has never been published before, providing a fresh perspective on Tolkien's work.
- Q: What makes this edition special? A: This illustrated edition celebrates the 75th anniversary of 'The Hobbit' and provides a comprehensive collection of Tolkien’s artistic contributions to the story.
- Q: Where can I purchase 'The Art of The Hobbit'? A: 'The Art of The Hobbit' is available at various online retailers and bookstores, both in physical and digital formats.