The Lord of the Ringsis considered by many to be thebest fantasy story ever told. The impact of J.R.R. Tolkien’s work is still felt in the fantasy genre even today. So, it’s no surprise that yet another box set for The Lord of the Rings trilogy has been announced. However, this collection is not merely a reskinned version of the classic books, but includes all new illustrations by the renowned Alan Lee.
The Lord of the Rings Deluxe Illustrated Box Set includes The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers, and The Return of the King with hardcovers bound in cloth and leather. The base blue color, along with accents of white and black give the three books a royal look - fitting for a trilogy that bows to no one. They are encased in a grey slipcase, stamped with silverfoil artwork by Lee, depicting the grand city of Gondor.
The collection includes the original illustrations from the 1992 collection, along with over 50 new pieces of artwork by Alan Lee. However, this is not all that the artist was able to conjure. The collection also houses three pull-out art cards and two maps of Middle-earth created by Christopher Tolkien, who was responsible for deciphering, collating, and publishing his father’s legendarium.
The Lord Of The Rings Deluxe Illustrated Box Set
One box set to rule them all
The Lord of the Rings Deluxe Illustrated Box Set is a reworked version of the 1992 edition with all new illustrations by the renowned Alan Lee. It also includes three pull-out art cards and two maps of Middle-earth created by Christopher Tolkien.
Originally priced at $325, the box set may seem a bit expensive, but the reworked outer design, the new illustrations, and all the accessories definitely make it worth it. However, if you pre-order The Lord of the Rings Deluxe Illustrated Box Set right now, you’ll get it for a ten percent discount, at $292.The set officially launches on June 25, 2025. So, what are we waiting for?
This deluxe illustrated box set would be precious not only to fans of The Lord of the Rings, but also to collectors and fans of the fantasy genre. The set will be a beacon atop your bookshelf, adorned with the many accessories it comes with. Three books for the avid readers, three art cards for the art lovers, two maps to adorn your walls, and over new 50 illustrations by Alan Lee himself - one box set to rule them all.
