I just ordered this set, and while I already knew I didn't make a mistake, it's great to hear such praise for this edition as affirmation. Can't wait to get into reading, as it will be my first time.
You deserve way more subscribers. The quality of your videos is very professional. I haven’t even read lord of the rings and I still watch your videos.
This is my first tolkein books. I was looking for perfect Lord of the rings book edition for 5 year & when i saw this got it instantly. Page quality √ Binding √ Illustration √ One of the best box set.
Box set is wonderful. Grabbed Unfinished Tales and Tales from the Perilous Realm, and the Hurin/Gondolin/BR set as well. I look forward to your content my friend, best of luck.
@@simonwiggins8570 it is glossy, so it does not match the Harper Collins versions. The trim size is also different. The set is from Houghton Mifflin and the LOTR set is from Harper Collins.
Great video, strangely relaxing to watch. I have been a big fan of the LOTR movies and Battle For Middle Earth games for a while, so I wanted to finally get around to reading the books. I ended up deciding to get this box set and a first print copy of the Silmarillion. So happy with both of them :)
My only problem with that release is the Middle Earth map. they should include separate print of the map. It's easier to read the book and look at the map at the same time.
I agree. I like the fold out maps feature in the deluxe editions, but at the same time I somehow find it quite efficient to have the map printed inside the back cover (except for the spine line running across which ruins it a bit)
Hi James, love this set... 'My birthday present!' I whispered to myself. 'That's what we wants. Yes, we wants it!' But before parting with my cash, how would you compare this edition with the single 60th anniversary edition, blue spine in clear sleeve?
I have t got that particular single volume edition. But besides it being handy as a single book, I still prefer this Alan Lee set. Plus, it has The Hobbit too!
i bought this edition and it’s gorgeous. but i couldn’t help but notice that it doesn’t have a bookmark. you know. that red stripe. does this mean they are fake or something like that?
You’re welcome! I’m guessing the tie-in book is just a standard re-release of the book with a new cover. As far as I can tell it’s your regular edition with maps and appendices but no illustrations (unlike this set). But I stand to be corrected on this. But between the two, I would definitely recommend this.
Are there more illustrations in this set compared to the 2002 Houghton Mifflin edition? Also, which set would you recommend based on the overall quality?
I believe they both have the same amount of illustrations. Both publishers produce the same type of edition. As for quality, I only have the Harper Collins editions, but both the former and Houghton Mifflin have great quality releases.
Are there additional illustrations from the previous Alan Lee illustrated Lord of the Rings single volume editions (and the separate Hobbit Alan Lee illustrated edition)?
Hi there, as with all Hobbit editions, there is no map of the Shire. However, there is the one found at the start of Book One in The Fellowship of the Ring. With this box set, the map is in red and black ink.
Hey quick question, i'm french and i'd like to know if the writing is in regular english or old english (if they use too much fancy/"outdated" words?) weird question i know^^' thanks! :D
Hi there! The text is in Modern English, but there are occasional uses of archaic or rare words, but the overall book is very much comprehensible to anyone versed in the English language 👍
Unlike the films, in the books we meet Shelob in The Two Towers. Substantial reshuffling of chapters took place for the purpose of the films which resulted in some scenes being brought forward to The Return of the King film.
Beautiful illustrations! I may pick them up later when I finish collecting some of Tolkien's books. I am still unsure which ones to get when it comes to the history of Middle Earth.. Also, I am a new subscriber 😸💜
Been troubled whatever to buy that set or the set closest to Tolkiens own writing.. also a special edition. But after seeing this video, it makes morr sense to buy the Alan Lee illustrated set, as it seems like a better reading experience! What are your thoughts between those two sets?
James, very good information! outstanding review as usual. Have you ever reviewed the 50th anniversary (golden/gilt edged pages) edition by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (2004) and the HarperCollins boxed edition / 4 volume set (2014) which comes with the reading companion? Curious about your opinion for the latter one
Thanks for your kind words. Unfortunately I haven’t gotten either edition mentioned. But I’ve heard good things about the Houghton Mifflin one for sure 🙂
I have been looking into getting this edition and if it’s worth it because I’ve been wanting to start the series for a while now and the covers are absolutely beautiful. But for $200+ I’m a bit nervous to spend on 4 books. Watching your video was definitely helpful in the fact that I know these are quality books. But are those 4 books the entire series? Are there any spin-offs? Again I’m just nervous about spending $200+, having a hard time wrapping my head around that number lol. Thanks for the vid
Hey there, thanks for your comment. The box set is admittedly quite pricey, but you could always go for the 60th anniversary, single-volume edition of The Lord of the Rings, as an alternative; together with another edition for The Hobbit. That should cut some costs down. As to this boxset, you'll get the complete text of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, together with the Appendices, Maps and Illustrations. Hope this helps!
What would you recommend between this 2020 Box Set or the 2021 illustrated edition? I can’t find my 2007 Single Edition and I’m desperate for a reread.
Hey ! hey! Hey ! I wanna buy this edition toooo...... Can you provide me with the link from where you've brought it from ? I wonder , If it's still available .
Interesting. No I can’t say I have, so far. But I’m aware that the recent The Silmarillion release has a worn crease along the flaps of the dust jacket in all copies and appears to be a publication defect.
Love this video, James. As a Tolkien fan I’ve watched a dozen of your videos and I have to praise you for your dedication and quality to reviewing and displaying the beautiful editions such as this. New subscriber for sure. My question- where did you buy your set from? I know that counterfeit can happen and I want to ensure I grab the right set. Thanks in advance! Looking forward to more videos!
Thanks Brett for your kind words and support 🙂 I usually get these from the official Tolkien shop (which is now under the official Harper Collins website) 👍
This boxed set currently is very expensive. Buying 4 seperate books seems good option. However the seperate books also illustrated by Alen Lee will be same as the boxed set ? I mean in terms of quality of paper, print, book size and binding ..will it be same
If you're referring to buying these books separately instead of a boxed set, then yes. They'll certainly be the same quality in terms of print, paper, etc
I have the LOTR blue single volume slipcase hardcover 2014 from Harper Collins-- is the artwork the same in the 2020 boxed set editions or is this new artwork by Alan Lee?
Just ordered the trilogy as separate books for 28 € on Amazon Warehouse Deals with damaged dust jackets. Will arive on Tuesday. Let's hope the damage is not that bad. Descriptions on Amazon WHD are often a bit like lottery. 😁 Will skip on the illustrated Hobbit though because my annotated Hobbit is sufficent for me.
Is your binding glued or sewed? Because i recently got mine and they are glued. And on one, the spine paper separated from the book paper. Ive seen a few reviews saying its sewen so yeah
Hey there, my copies are sown. I find it very strange that they'd release the same book editions with different bindings. Are you sure they're not sewn?
Indeed there is! The Tolkien estate just announced a The Silmarillion illustrated edition next March (standard hardback and deluxe slipcase) with artwork by Ted Nasmith
@@brewingbooks thanks a bunch! found the post on tolkien facebook, but I cant see any dimensions etc listed, can we be sure it will match the boxed set I wonder
@@jnor I'm pretty confident dimensions are the same as the boxed set. Given such close proximity between the publication dates it would be a travesty if the books didn't align - both in terms of size and aesthetics.
Thanks for your comments Ariadne :) I can confirm that the ring inscription in The Fellowship of the Ring (Book I, Chapter 2) is indeed in red. In red is also the Ring inscription at the start of the books, the chapter headers, titles, page numbers and text on the maps.
@@brewingbooks Thanks much. Wish I can find copies of that printed in Italy. Here in the Philippines, copies are printed in China, which I heard has lower quality compared to those printed in Italy and other European countries
@@brewingbooks my wife just got me these for an early Christmas present! (She couldn't resist) I seriously love these editions! I never would have found these if I didn't watch your review, so thank you! 🙂
Hey Mate! I just bought these bookset a week ago there was 1 bookset left from one of our book store in our region I bought it with no doubt! Books are great!!!! 😀😀😀
Indeed! I was about to look as well for the Silmarillion however they don’t have it so I placed a special request. Hopefully, I can collect all books ‘by’ J.R.R.Tolkien-because I would really loved to fully understand how Middle-earth was made and the origins of Tolkien’s world. I was inspired by your bookshelf as well very nice! 😍🥰🤍
Hey thanks for your comment. It wasn't actually listed as a limited set, but perhaps once it's out of stock there might be no more printed copies for sale.
Hey James! New subscriber here. I fell in love with your channel instantly. I have a question. Houghton Mifflin has an identical box set of Tolkien books, also illustrated by Alan Lee but they have different cover art. Do you plan on reviewing them too in the future? I don't understand what the difference between those 2 is, apart from the publisher, and I don't know which one I should get. Thank you and stay well!
Oh wow thanks for subscribing! I might be wrong here but I’m pretty sure this is a HarperCollins publication. At present I have no plans to release another video on this set, but you never know. Stay tuned ;)
Hey Erin. I’ve heard some pretty great things about the 60th anniversary LOTR. Text-wise it should be the same (with updated revisions, etc). As far as I know, that edition contains Alan Lee’s illustrations which are also featured here. The benefit of this box set is that you get The Hobbit illustrated too ;) But I think it ultimately depends whether or not you’re looking for a single-volume edition of LOTR (in which case, I’d definitely go for the 60th edition). The cloth bound versions, as you say, they’re quite difficult to find. As to the actual content, I’m not exactly sure how they differ from this box set, so I’m afraid I can’t really tell you. Hope this helps narrow your choice a little :)
@@brewingbooks thank you so much for your insight! The more I’ve researched, I actually think I prefer the illustrated versions. They are so gorgeous and the paper seems thicker than the 60th anniversary (that paper seems almost translucent). Plus these also look great without their dust jackets which I prefer to not use, but still have the benefit of the illustrations inside:)
@@brewingbooks also I should clarify. I didn’t mean the one volume Allen Lee illustration 60th Anniversary! I meant the box set with the readers companion 60th anniversary:)
@@brewingbooks oh that’s great! 270 grams sounded way too light to have good quality paper. The site probably forgot to add a zero. Thank you for the quick reply 👍🏼
Warning: it seems like there are lots of bad sellers of this boxed set, and also bad printings. I've read on Reddit that the 5th printing is lower quality. Indeed, I bought this twice on Amazon and sent both back. Both were not only 5th printing, but also appeared to be used and a bit damaged, even though marketed as New. Pretty disappointing. Still trying to find a better seller that can get me a good one. I noticed in this video that he seems to have the 1st printing, which apparently was much better. What's up, Harper Collins?
Where are you from? In case if I also happen to know your native language, I would like to say "God bless you, man" in that language. (Just an opinion. For some reason your accent sounds either Italian or some Slavic language).
Admittedly, this is a rather pricey set. The upside to it is that you get The Hobbit and the 3-volume set of The Lord of the Rings, both illustrated, in hardback, with superior quality paper, all housed in an attractive boxset :)
I'd reccommend the Folio Society edition if you want to spend more than $100+, though it's closer to $200. Just don't get the $300+ Easton Press set because their books seem to always have over-glued pages and printing issues.
@@brewingbooks its true. I have ordered some books directly from Amazon and the book comes bouncing inside the envelope or box. No foam, no paper, carton, nothing. Thats why people complain that they receive the book edges and binding scruffed and torned.
@@brewingbooks Off topic: I just found your yt channel and I really like your videos. You really show everything about the books, every detail that we dont know from buying online. Thank you! 🙏
I just ordered this set, and while I already knew I didn't make a mistake, it's great to hear such praise for this edition as affirmation. Can't wait to get into reading, as it will be my first time.
Fantastic! Enjoy your reading 😃
What a perfect set! I love Allen Lee’s illustrations!
Have to agree!
they`re better than tolkiens
@@blackmetalerikwell it’s his main job
You deserve way more subscribers. The quality of your videos is very professional. I haven’t even read lord of the rings and I still watch your videos.
Thanks a lot! Glad you like the videos :D
Exactly
I got this box set a few months ago and I love it. It’s a gorgeous edition.
It truly is magnificent :D
How many illustrations are there in those 4 books
Hello. Please tell me where you got it from? I am wanting this please my friend
@@vansylvester7340 Hi! I got it from Amazon UK
Just ordered it after watching your video. Thanks! subscribed to see more of your reviews
Fantastic! Enjoy the read ... it's a beautiful set :D
This is my first tolkein books.
I was looking for perfect Lord of the rings book edition for 5 year & when i saw this got it instantly.
Page quality √
Binding √
Illustration √
One of the best box set.
It looks great and I'm researching if I should buy it. You mention the binding is great. Does that mean it's sewn?
@@no_i_dont_want_no_slugs yes
Is the paper acid free?
@@FERTUYO22 yes
Box set is wonderful. Grabbed Unfinished Tales and Tales from the Perilous Realm, and the Hurin/Gondolin/BR set as well. I look forward to your content my friend, best of luck.
Cheers mate :D
Is your Hurin/Gondolin/B&L set matte or glossy finish?
@@simonwiggins8570 it is glossy, so it does not match the Harper Collins versions. The trim size is also different. The set is from Houghton Mifflin and the LOTR set is from Harper Collins.
Great video, strangely relaxing to watch.
I have been a big fan of the LOTR movies and Battle For Middle Earth games for a while, so I wanted to finally get around to reading the books. I ended up deciding to get this box set and a first print copy of the Silmarillion. So happy with both of them :)
Thanks for your comments :)
jrr tolkin is a amazing writer these books cover is very beautifull
I totally agree!
Thanks for helping me decide!
You’re welcome 🙂 and happy reading!
My only problem with that release is the Middle Earth map. they should include separate print of the map. It's easier to read the book and look at the map at the same time.
I agree. I like the fold out maps feature in the deluxe editions, but at the same time I somehow find it quite efficient to have the map printed inside the back cover (except for the spine line running across which ruins it a bit)
Best book transaction I've ever made and I didn't even see the reviews before buying.
That’s great to hear!
It's just too gorgeous to pass it. This is a royalty book set imo, and I'd consider it something to keep for life
Couldn't have said it better :)
Hi, where did you buy these books from ? May I please know
Mostly from online retailers (Amazon, Book Depository, etc)
Damn that box set behind his head
Haha I know! But given this channel is all about books, you'd expect that 😂
Ordering this now thanks for the review 😁👍🏼
Oh cool! Enjoy reading :)
Hi James, love this set... 'My birthday present!' I whispered to myself. 'That's what we wants. Yes, we wants it!'
But before parting with my cash, how would you compare this edition with the single 60th anniversary edition, blue spine in clear sleeve?
I have t got that particular single volume edition. But besides it being handy as a single book, I still prefer this Alan Lee set. Plus, it has The Hobbit too!
@@brewingbooks Decisions! Decisions!
I have a few months to think about it, my girlfriend said she'd get me either/or for Christmas.
I got these 4 books two days ago they’re perfect. So happy I got them. I wish I had the box but I bought them separately.
Good for you! Box or not, they're still a great set of books to have :)
Did you like hobbit ? I think to buy only the LOTR trilogy as Hobbit is a little childish.
I don’t know whether to get this set or the single volume edition illustrated by Tolkien himself, any thoughts
It depends on whether you intend to collect or read. Personally, I’d go for this Alan Lee set. It’s superb (bulky! bit absolutely wonderful)
i bought this edition and it’s gorgeous. but i couldn’t help but notice that it doesn’t have a bookmark. you know. that red stripe. does this mean they are fake or something like that?
Not at all! The lack of a bookmark is indeed a missed opportunity, but O still personally feel this is one of the best box sets out there.
is it ok to buy "a readers comapanion" separetly along with this illustrated one ❓❓
Yes absolutely! The reader’s companion is a separate book from the main works so either way you decide the purchase these would be fine 🙂
A wonderful set, and thanks for unboxing.
I am confused between this set and [Film Tie-In edition], which one is better?
You’re welcome! I’m guessing the tie-in book is just a standard re-release of the book with a new cover. As far as I can tell it’s your regular edition with maps and appendices but no illustrations (unlike this set). But I stand to be corrected on this. But between the two, I would definitely recommend this.
@@brewingbooks thanks 🙏
I got it already. Thanks for the review
Are there more illustrations in this set compared to the 2002 Houghton Mifflin edition? Also, which set would you recommend based on the overall quality?
I believe they both have the same amount of illustrations. Both publishers produce the same type of edition. As for quality, I only have the Harper Collins editions, but both the former and Houghton Mifflin have great quality releases.
I wonder why Alan Lee didn’t have as many illustrations in The Lord of the Rings as he did in The Hobbit?
@@JacobBaysinger perhaps he was more involved with LOTR throughout the years than TH 🤔
Who owns the copyrights of these books?
I would say the text belongs to the Tolkien Estate. Harper Collins are the main publishers
Are there additional illustrations from the previous Alan Lee illustrated Lord of the Rings single volume editions (and the separate Hobbit Alan Lee illustrated edition)?
These are so beautiful, im trying to decide wether u should get these or the deluxe pocket edition
These are pretty wonderful 😉
Is there a map of shire in the Hobbit in this set ?
Hi there, as with all Hobbit editions, there is no map of the Shire. However, there is the one found at the start of Book One in The Fellowship of the Ring. With this box set, the map is in red and black ink.
Hey quick question, i'm french and i'd like to know if the writing is in regular english or old english (if they use too much fancy/"outdated" words?) weird question i know^^' thanks! :D
Hi there! The text is in Modern English, but there are occasional uses of archaic or rare words, but the overall book is very much comprehensible to anyone versed in the English language 👍
@@brewingbooks Thank you so much :D
So when you flick through the pages are there more illustrations or is it just those you just show us?
There might be some additional images here and there not shown in the video, but for an illustrated box set, there's quite a few! :)
Why is Shelob on the cover for two towers?
Unlike the films, in the books we meet Shelob in The Two Towers. Substantial reshuffling of chapters took place for the purpose of the films which resulted in some scenes being brought forward to The Return of the King film.
Ok that makes sense
Beautiful illustrations! I may pick them up later when I finish collecting some of Tolkien's books. I am still unsure which ones to get when it comes to the history of Middle Earth..
Also, I am a new subscriber 😸💜
Hey thanks for your comment and for subscribing! :) Re: History of Middle-earth, there's the 12-volume collection by Christopher Tolkien.
I just bought it and I'm in love. Is it possible to be in love with objects? Because I am.
Are these editions cloth- or paperbound? Thank you in advance.
Been troubled whatever to buy that set or the set closest to Tolkiens own writing.. also a special edition. But after seeing this video, it makes morr sense to buy the Alan Lee illustrated set, as it seems like a better reading experience!
What are your thoughts between those two sets?
What are you talking about? Tolkiens own writing? These are the definitive editions.
Who is the publisher? I have decided to get a complete set for my Christmas gift for myself... and want this edition collection
Harper Collins
James, very good information! outstanding review as usual. Have you ever reviewed the 50th anniversary (golden/gilt edged pages) edition by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (2004) and the HarperCollins boxed edition / 4 volume set (2014) which comes with the reading companion? Curious about your opinion for the latter one
Thanks for your kind words. Unfortunately I haven’t gotten either edition mentioned. But I’ve heard good things about the Houghton Mifflin one for sure 🙂
I have been looking into getting this edition and if it’s worth it because I’ve been wanting to start the series for a while now and the covers are absolutely beautiful. But for $200+ I’m a bit nervous to spend on 4 books. Watching your video was definitely helpful in the fact that I know these are quality books. But are those 4 books the entire series? Are there any spin-offs? Again I’m just nervous about spending $200+, having a hard time wrapping my head around that number lol. Thanks for the vid
Hey there, thanks for your comment. The box set is admittedly quite pricey, but you could always go for the 60th anniversary, single-volume edition of The Lord of the Rings, as an alternative; together with another edition for The Hobbit. That should cut some costs down.
As to this boxset, you'll get the complete text of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, together with the Appendices, Maps and Illustrations.
Hope this helps!
What would you recommend between this 2020 Box Set or the 2021 illustrated edition?
I can’t find my 2007 Single Edition and I’m desperate for a reread.
For reading purposes I’d definitely go for the 2020 illustrated edition box set 🙂
Did you also mention a book by Alan Lee on How to sketch fantasy landscapes or did I dream about this?
I don't think so hehe! But he does have a sketch book about LOTR, The Hobbit and Castles in general.
Hey ! hey! Hey !
I wanna buy this edition toooo......
Can you provide me with the link from where you've brought it from ?
I wonder , If it's still available .
I actually got it from Amazon, and yes! They should still be available :)
Folio Society just released a Limited Edition of Lord of the Rings.
Looks fantastic but the price is utterly disgusting to be honest…
I saw another review where they said the dust jacket is wearing down after minimal use. Did you also experience that?
Interesting. No I can’t say I have, so far. But I’m aware that the recent The Silmarillion release has a worn crease along the flaps of the dust jacket in all copies and appears to be a publication defect.
Love this video, James. As a Tolkien fan I’ve watched a dozen of your videos and I have to praise you for your dedication and quality to reviewing and displaying the beautiful editions such as this. New subscriber for sure. My question- where did you buy your set from? I know that counterfeit can happen and I want to ensure I grab the right set. Thanks in advance! Looking forward to more videos!
Thanks Brett for your kind words and support 🙂 I usually get these from the official Tolkien shop (which is now under the official Harper Collins website) 👍
Can I have the Link of this Edition?😐
Here you go :) www.tolkien.co.uk/products/the-hobbit-the-lord-of-the-rings-boxed-set-illustrated-edition-j-r-r-tolkien-alan-lee-9780008376109/
This boxed set currently is very expensive. Buying 4 seperate books seems good option. However the seperate books also illustrated by Alen Lee will be same as the boxed set ? I mean in terms of quality of paper, print, book size and binding ..will it be same
If you're referring to buying these books separately instead of a boxed set, then yes. They'll certainly be the same quality in terms of print, paper, etc
@@brewingbooks thanks a lot.
I have the LOTR blue single volume slipcase hardcover 2014 from Harper Collins-- is the artwork the same in the 2020 boxed set editions or is this new artwork by Alan Lee?
Hey! I do not own the single volume edition, but I believe the artwork is indeed the same as this box set. Though I stand to be corrected.
@@brewingbooks Thanks so much 👍
Hobbit is completed in 1 book ?
That is correct :)
Just ordered the trilogy as separate books for 28 € on Amazon Warehouse Deals with damaged dust jackets. Will arive on Tuesday. Let's hope the damage is not that bad. Descriptions on Amazon WHD are often a bit like lottery. 😁 Will skip on the illustrated Hobbit though because my annotated Hobbit is sufficent for me.
Fingers crossed then! And enjoy the books once they're delivered.
Is your binding glued or sewed? Because i recently got mine and they are glued. And on one, the spine paper separated from the book paper. Ive seen a few reviews saying its sewen so yeah
Hey there, my copies are sown. I find it very strange that they'd release the same book editions with different bindings. Are you sure they're not sewn?
@@brewingbooks i can see the glue and no stiching. And the backing material separeted on one end and when the book is opened it touches the spine.
@@Nanwiel very very strange I have to say …
Is there a Silmarillion edition that matches, or do we know if any such book is comming
Indeed there is! The Tolkien estate just announced a The Silmarillion illustrated edition next March (standard hardback and deluxe slipcase) with artwork by Ted Nasmith
@@brewingbooks thanks a bunch! found the post on tolkien facebook, but I cant see any dimensions etc listed, can we be sure it will match the boxed set I wonder
@@jnor I'm pretty confident dimensions are the same as the boxed set. Given such close proximity between the publication dates it would be a travesty if the books didn't align - both in terms of size and aesthetics.
Wow I love this. I was looking at one in an online store. I'm considering to buy but it's quite high for my money. But thank you anyway for the video.
You’re welcome, and thanks :)
Hey! Loved the video, it’s a gorgeous edition, but I have a question: are the ring inscriptions printed in red?
Thanks for your comments Ariadne :) I can confirm that the ring inscription in The Fellowship of the Ring (Book I, Chapter 2) is indeed in red. In red is also the Ring inscription at the start of the books, the chapter headers, titles, page numbers and text on the maps.
@@brewingbooks that’s amazing! Thank you! Looking forward to buy this edition
Hello sir. Your copy of the Harper Collins is printed in which country?
Thanks much
It’s printed in Italy 🙂
@@brewingbooks Thanks much. Wish I can find copies of that printed in Italy. Here in the Philippines, copies are printed in China, which I heard has lower quality compared to those printed in Italy and other European countries
New subscriber! I love these books! How are they holding up for durability so far?
Thanks! So far so very good I have to say 🙂👍
@@brewingbooks my wife just got me these for an early Christmas present! (She couldn't resist) I seriously love these editions! I never would have found these if I didn't watch your review, so thank you! 🙂
@@TheCountryboy1207 How wonderful! Best wishes and have a lovely (Tolkien) Christmas 😃
@@brewingbooks thank you and you as well! 🙂
When was these released??
Hey man, they were released last year by HarperCollins :)
@@brewingbooks ohhhh! Really? I haven’t heard about it. Unfortunately, it’s not available in our region, it’s bc of the pandemic. ☹️
Hey Mate! I just bought these bookset a week ago there was 1 bookset left from one of our book store in our region I bought it with no doubt! Books are great!!!! 😀😀😀
@@JP.Egerton That’s brilliant! Just in time for the last set then haha! Enjoy reading!
Indeed! I was about to look as well for the Silmarillion however they don’t have it so I placed a special request. Hopefully, I can collect all books ‘by’ J.R.R.Tolkien-because I would really loved to fully understand how Middle-earth was made and the origins of Tolkien’s world. I was inspired by your bookshelf as well very nice! 😍🥰🤍
Any updated links?
Updated links?
Just ordered this just now 💪
Enjoy!
Do you know if this Will be Limited? And what other books Will go with the design of this set?
Hey thanks for your comment. It wasn't actually listed as a limited set, but perhaps once it's out of stock there might be no more printed copies for sale.
Do you have G.R.R. Martin's books?
But Tolkien is the best.
I have a paperback copy of the first book in ASOIAF and his World of Ice and Fire encyclopaedia.
These look gorgeous (and your video is so soothing to watch)! I have a question: is the binding on these editions sewn or glued?
Hey there! As far as I can tell, these are sewn books rather than glued.
Are you sure the paper is acid free?
I'd say I'm almost (almost) a 100% sure it is. Do you have any concerns I can help answer? Cheers
Hey James! New subscriber here. I fell in love with your channel instantly. I have a question. Houghton Mifflin has an identical box set of Tolkien books, also illustrated by Alan Lee but they have different cover art. Do you plan on reviewing them too in the future? I don't understand what the difference between those 2 is, apart from the publisher, and I don't know which one I should get. Thank you and stay well!
Oh wow thanks for subscribing! I might be wrong here but I’m pretty sure this is a HarperCollins publication. At present I have no plans to release another video on this set, but you never know. Stay tuned ;)
Hello there you've got a new subscriber!
Do you recommend this box set or the 60th anniversary? OR the hard to find hard cover cloth collectors editions?
Hey Erin. I’ve heard some pretty great things about the 60th anniversary LOTR. Text-wise it should be the same (with updated revisions, etc). As far as I know, that edition contains Alan Lee’s illustrations which are also featured here.
The benefit of this box set is that you get The Hobbit illustrated too ;) But I think it ultimately depends whether or not you’re looking for a single-volume edition of LOTR (in which case, I’d definitely go for the 60th edition).
The cloth bound versions, as you say, they’re quite difficult to find. As to the actual content, I’m not exactly sure how they differ from this box set, so I’m afraid I can’t really tell you.
Hope this helps narrow your choice a little :)
@@brewingbooks thank you so much for your insight! The more I’ve researched, I actually think I prefer the illustrated versions. They are so gorgeous and the paper seems thicker than the 60th anniversary (that paper seems almost translucent). Plus these also look great without their dust jackets which I prefer to not use, but still have the benefit of the illustrations inside:)
@@brewingbooks also I should clarify. I didn’t mean the one volume Allen Lee illustration 60th Anniversary! I meant the box set with the readers companion 60th anniversary:)
@@erinjoy8338 Ah okay gotcha ;) Yes, in that case I'd personally go for this box set (but naturally it's a bit more expensive hehe)
can share LOTR collection?
Not sure if you're referring to this video? th-cam.com/video/NsLNbjth5Sw/w-d-xo.html
@@brewingbooks ah thanks..you have a nice collection..1 more is guide to reading in sequence
@@scarflower6838 Cheers :)
how much does this set weigh? At the site I usually shop at it says the entire series weighs 270 grams... Is that really the case?
2.7kgs sounds about right. It's rather a hefty set :)
@@brewingbooks oh that’s great! 270 grams sounded way too light to have good quality paper. The site probably forgot to add a zero. Thank you for the quick reply 👍🏼
Warning: it seems like there are lots of bad sellers of this boxed set, and also bad printings. I've read on Reddit that the 5th printing is lower quality. Indeed, I bought this twice on Amazon and sent both back. Both were not only 5th printing, but also appeared to be used and a bit damaged, even though marketed as New. Pretty disappointing. Still trying to find a better seller that can get me a good one.
I noticed in this video that he seems to have the 1st printing, which apparently was much better. What's up, Harper Collins?
This is awful! Sorry you had that experience … it seems HC are not delivering up to standard the way they used to …
Binding? Gutter loss? Sewn, glued, both? Need more details bud
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I have read Hobbit 5 times
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@@isaacnewton7424 but I have buyed the film tie in edition
I can only afford paperback ;-;
So sad that The Lord of the Rings books are banned in some schools & some books have been burned. :(
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$125?! That's ridiculous.
Admittedly, this is a rather pricey set. The upside to it is that you get The Hobbit and the 3-volume set of The Lord of the Rings, both illustrated, in hardback, with superior quality paper, all housed in an attractive boxset :)
I'd reccommend the Folio Society edition if you want to spend more than $100+, though it's closer to $200. Just don't get the $300+ Easton Press set because their books seem to always have over-glued pages and printing issues.
@@悪臭-p9p Thanks for the suggestion :)
Eh, standard hardbacks cost $30-35 apiece and these are particularly attractive editions. Not a bad deal.
I paid $300 for it
Just dont Order them from Amazon. Terrible packaging service for books. 😔
That's too bad! Thanks for the heads up mate.
@@brewingbooks its true. I have ordered some books directly from Amazon and the book comes bouncing inside the envelope or box. No foam, no paper, carton, nothing. Thats why people complain that they receive the book edges and binding scruffed and torned.
@@brewingbooks Off topic: I just found your yt channel and I really like your videos. You really show everything about the books, every detail that we dont know from buying online. Thank you! 🙏
Which site would you suggest to get them from? I live in the US. 😊
its 250$ D:
Actually it's currently around $120-125. Still expensive though!
Whats the point of having different editions of the same book? That is just greedy. What a waste..
It’s called book collecting, and certainly not a waste 🙂