Pre-order The Hobbit Encyclopedia on Amazon before it goes on sale on September 3 with a discount

If you’re an avid Tolkien fan and particularly enjoy The Hobbit, the upcoming Encyclopedia of the Hobbit should be on your radar. This 336-page book delves into the lore of Middle-earth, covering everything from iconic characters and places to relics and other important lore. The Hobbit Encyclopedia will be released on September 3rd. There are currently good discounts for pre-orders.

$31 (originally $40)

This hardcover book is positioned as the ultimate source for all things related to JRR Tolkien’s classic novels. Whether you’re new to The Hobbit or someone who’s read it a thousand times, you’ll find something here to help you better appreciate Bilbo’s journey. Here are brief examples of topics covered in this book:

• Arkenstone
• Azog and Bolger
• dragon
• Elvish
• Fairy
• Jillian
• lake town
• Pipes and pipe weeds
• Exploration of Erebor
• wilderness

The text is interspersed with a variety of high-quality illustrations that help bring the different themes to life. It is designed to be read from cover to cover or browsed as a reference work.

You may also be interested in knowing that The Hobbit has several new and upcoming versions. The Hobbit Collector’s Editionis a beautiful new hardcover edition of the classic story, released earlier this month for $29 (originally $35). at the same time, The Hobbit Deluxe Tolkien Illustrated Edition It’s scheduled to launch on October 22nd, with a pre-order price of $151 (originally $195). This deluxe edition of The Hobbit is part of the Tolkien Illustrated Series. this Standard Tolkien Illustrated Edition of The Hobbit On its own, it’s still a wonderful book—and, it’s only $39 (originally $75).

The Hobbit Collector’s Edition is part of a new hardcover series featuring five of Tolkien’s most famous works. The Silmarillion Collector’s Edition It was also released earlier this month and is priced at just $24.50. At the same time, the Lord of the Rings trilogy——Fellowship of the Ring, two towersand Return of the King——You will receive the Collector’s Edition on September 17th. Lord of the Rings Collector’s Edition Set Attached is a fold-out map for November 5th.

Each of the five collector’s editions features eye-catching foil cover art, ribbon bookmarks, and spray-painted edges. Similar versions have been released in the UK before, but this is the first time the design has been released in the US.

Lord of the Rings Collector’s Edition Series

Deluxe Series + Tolkien Illustration Series

If you’re interested in adding more to your collection, there are several other Tolkien books to check out, including The world of JRR Tolkien— which looks at the real-world locations that inspired fictional locations like Hobbiton and Rivendell. Currently on sale for $22 (originally $30). You should also check out the new version of Volume 12 History of Middle-earthhas been collected in four colorful box sets with stunning designs.

History of Middle-earth

And then there’s what’s coming “The Lord of the Rings” Deluxe Illustration Set (Hardcover)— with a price tag of an eye-popping $325 (although it’s currently discounted to $292.50). However, die-hard Tolkien fans will want to take a closer look, as it includes exclusive illustrations by pop artist Alan Lee, three removable art cards, and two fold-out maps. This three-volume set features high-quality binding and a protective slipcase to keep it safe on your bookshelf. This is without a doubt the coolest version of Lord of the Rings we’ve ever seen, and it’s quite reasonably priced, too.

NOTE: If you are still using a wall calendar, there is a Lord of the Rings Calendar 2025 Released later this month, it includes some clever touches.