The Deluxe Illustrated version of The Lord of the Rings is the ultimate way to immerse yourself in J.R.R. Tolkien's epic world. This single volume encompasses the entire Lord of the Rings trilogy, enriched with full-color illustrations crafted by Tolkien himself. This hefty tome also includes two detailed fold-out maps of Middle Earth, making it a treasure for any fan. Normally priced at a steep $250, it's a collector's dream.

Fortunately, Amazon has launched a significant sale on this coveted edition. With a 57% discount, you can now purchase this collector's item for just $107. This is the lowest price seen since last summer, making it an ideal time to grab this illustrated masterpiece.

The Best Lord of the Rings Illustrated Edition Deal at Amazon

The Lord of the Rings Deluxe Illustrated Edition

• Includes illustrations from Tolkien himself.
• $250.00 save 57%
• $107.55 at Amazon

This isn't the all-time lowest price for the deluxe illustrated edition, but it's very close. At $107.55, it's just a dollar more than the record low. If you've been eyeing this as a gift for yourself or a fellow Tolkien enthusiast, now's the perfect moment to buy.

Note that while this special edition contains the full Lord of the Rings trilogy, it does not include all of Tolkien's works. There are also deluxe illustrated editions of The Hobbit and The Silmarillion available, as well as a more budget-friendly set of illustrated books with different designs and details.

Explore more Lord of the Rings special editions:

The Silmarillion Deluxe Illustrated Edition

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The Hobbit Deluxe Illustrated Edition

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The Lord of the Rings Illustrated

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The Hobbit And The Lord Of The Rings: Deluxe Pocket Boxed Set

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What Comes With the Deluxe Special Edition

The special edition of The Lord of the Rings: Illustrated Edition is a single-volume hardbound book housed in an intricately etched slipcase. The cover boasts a striking red-and-black design reminiscent of the novel's first edition. Spanning 1,248 pages, this edition includes the complete fantasy epic along with its appendices. The text has been "corrected and reset," and is printed in red and black ink. Scattered throughout are 30 illustrations hand-drawn by Tolkien, including maps, color illustrations, and sketches. Additionally, the package contains two fold-out maps of Middle-earth, drawn by Christopher Tolkien.