The 1954 edition only features two illustrations from Tolkien, but this latest Lord of the Rings illustrated version has '30 other sketches, illustrations, and maps.' The edition includes original JRR Tolkien illustrations for the first time in any edition of the series since 1954. The Lord of the Rings is one of the greatest book series ever created, and the non-deluxe hardcover Lord of the Rings Illustrated edition is coming out October 19, 2021. It comes in a slipcase and contains the Tolkien illustrations found in the regular Illustrated Edition, as well as 'two poster-size, fold-out maps revealing all the detail of Middle-earth.' Featuring 'raised ribs on the spine and stamped in two foils,' the pages of this massive tome are 'are edged in gold,' and the entire thing is 'quarterbound in cloth and leather.'
The Lord of the Rings Illustrated Deluxe Edition is limited to just 5,000 copies worldwide, and it's only coming out in the UK and Canada. If you want to get the deluxe version, well.
