Home The Art of the Hobbit by J. R. Tolkien; Wayne G. Hammond (ISBN: 9780547928258)

Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

The Art of the Hobbit Hardcover - 2012

Name: The Art of the Hobbit by J. R. R. Tolkien
Price: 12.95 USD
Availability: InStock
Author: Tolkien, J. R. R. &amp; Wayne G. Hammond
ISBN: 9780547928258

by J. R. Tolkien; Wayne G. Hammond

Tolkien's complete artwork for "The Hobbit," presented for the first time in celebration of the 75th anniversary. Showcases the complete artwork created by the author for his storyNincluding related pictures, more than 100 sketches, drawings, paintings, maps, and plans.

Browse more copies for sale ↓

Summary

J.R.R. Tolkien’s complete artwork for The Hobbit, presented for the first time in celebration of the 75th anniversary

When J.R.R. Tolkien wrote The Hobbit, he was already an accomplished amateur artist, and drew illustrations for his book while it was still in manuscript. The Hobbit as first printed had ten black-and-white pictures, two maps, and binding and dust jacket designs by its author. Later, Tolkien also painted five scenes for color plates, which comprise some of his best work. His illustrations for The Hobbit add an extra dimension to that remarkable book, and have long influenced how readers imagine Bilbo Baggins and his world.

Written and edited by leading Tolkien experts Wayne G. Hammond and Christina Scull, The Art of The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien showcases the complete artwork created by the author for his story—including related pictures, more than one hundred sketches, drawings, paintings, maps, and plans. Some of these images are published here for the first time, others for the first time in color, allowing Tolkien’s Hobbit pictures to be seen completely and more vividly than ever before.

From the publisher

J.R.R. Tolkien's complete artwork for The Hobbit, presented for the first time in this edition. When J.R.R. Tolkien wrote The Hobbit, he was already an accomplished amateur artist, and drew illustrations for his book while it was still in manuscript. The Hobbit as first printed had ten black-and-white pictures, two maps, and binding and dust jacket designs by its author. Later, Tolkien also painted five scenes for color plates, which comprise some of his best work. His illustrations for The Hobbit add an extra dimension to that remarkable book, and have long influenced how readers imagine Bilbo Baggins and his world. Written and edited by leading Tolkien experts Wayne G. Hammond and Christina Scull, The Art of The Hobbitby J.R.R. Tolkien showcases the complete artwork created by the author for his story--including related pictures, more than one hundred sketches, drawings, paintings, maps, and plans. Some of these images are published here for the first time, others for the first time in color, allowing Tolkien's Hobbit pictures to be seen completely and more vividly than ever before.

From the jacket flap

J.R.R. Tolkien s complete artwork for "The Hobbit," presented for the first time in celebration of the 75th anniversary
When J.R.R. Tolkien wrote "The Hobbit," he was already an accomplished amateur artist, and drew illustrations for his book while it was still in manuscript. "The Hobbit" as first printed had ten black-and-white pictures, two maps, and binding and dust jacket designs by its author. Later, Tolkien also painted five scenes for color plates, which comprise some of his best work. His illustrations for "The Hobbit" add an extra dimension to that remarkable book, and have long influenced how readers imagine Bilbo Baggins and his world. Written and edited by leading Tolkien experts Wayne G. Hammond and Christina Scull, "The Art of the Hobbit" "by J.R.R. Tolkien" showcases the complete artwork created by the author for his story including related pictures, more than one hundred sketches, drawings, paintings, maps, and plans. Some of these images are published here for the first time, others for the first time in color, allowing Tolkien s "Hobbit" pictures to be seen completely and more vividly than ever before.
"

Details

Title The Art of the Hobbit
Author J. R. Tolkien; Wayne G. Hammond
Binding Hardcover
Edition First Edition
Pages 144
Volumes 1
Language ENG
Publisher William Morrow & Company, Boston
Date 2012-09-18
Illustrated Yes
ISBN 9780547928258 / 0547928254
Weight 2 lbs (0.91 kg)
Dimensions 10.1 x 10.3 x 0.7 in (25.65 x 26.16 x 1.78 cm)
Library of Congress subjects Tolkien, J. R. R - Illustrations, Fantasy fiction, English - Illustrations
Dewey Decimal Code 741.640

Media reviews

“A splendid introduction to Tolkien the artist . . . Editors and experts Hammond and Scull walk through the classic book's publication history, providing context for the over 100 pieces of artwork, some never before published, which the author prepared to accompany his account of Bilbo Baggins's adventures.” – Publishers Weekly

Citations

Booklist, 11/01/2012, Page 11
Publishers Weekly, 08/27/2012, Page 68

About the author

WAYNE G. HAMMOND and CHRISTINA SCULL are leading experts on Tolkien and the authors of the acclaimed J.R.R. Tolkien: Artist and Illustrator, The Lord of the Rings: A Reader's Companion, and The J.R.R. Tolkien Companion and Guide.

More Copies for Sale

Show all copies

Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

The Art of the Hobbit by J. R. R. Tolkien

by Tolkien, J. R. R. & Wayne G. Hammond

Used
Hardcover

Condition

Used - Good with no dust jacket

Binding

Hardcover

ISBN 10 / ISBN 13

9780547928258 / 0547928254

Quantity Available

Seller

Mahler Books

Pflugerville, Texas, United States

Seller rating:

This seller has earned a 5 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.

Item Price

$12.95

$3.95 shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:

William Morrow. Good with no dust jacket. 2012. Hardcover. 0547928254 . This book is in good condition; no remainder marks. Missing dustjacket : It does have some cover shelfwear. Gift inscription to fly leaf. Inside pages have no writing, though a few pages have some creasing. ; 10 X 0.64 X 10 inches; 144 pages .

Item Price

$12.95

$3.95 shipping to USA

Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

The Art Of The Hobbit By J.R.R. Tolkien

by J.R.R. Tolkien, Wayne G. Hammond

Used
Hardcover

Condition

Used Very Good

Binding

Hardcover

ISBN 10 / ISBN 13

9780547928258 / 0547928254

Quantity Available

Seller

Firefly Bookstore LLC

Kutztown, Pennsylvania, United States

Seller rating:

This seller has earned a 5 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.

Item Price

$19.99

$5.50 shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:

William Morrow, September 2012. Hardcover. Used Very Good/Very Good. Dust Jacket is clean and intact, with minor edge and corner wear. Front and back covers have very light edge and corner wear. Spine intact with no creasing or warping. Binding is tight and intact, pages clean and unmarked. We carry new and used books in our storefront. We want you to be satisfied with your purchase. Please contact us if you have questions regarding this item.

Item Price

$19.99

$5.50 shipping to USA

Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

The Art Of The Hobbit By J.r.r. Tolkien

by Tolkien, J.R.R

Used
Hardcover

Condition

Used: Good

Edition

Illustrated

Binding

Hardcover

ISBN 10 / ISBN 13

9780547928258 / 0547928254

Quantity Available

Seller

Ergodebooks

HOUSTON, Texas, United States

Seller rating:

This seller has earned a 4 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.

Item Price

$21.29

FREE shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 2012-09-18. Illustrated. hardcover. Used: Good.

Item Price

$21.29

FREE shipping to USA

The Art of the Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien

by Wayne G. Hammond; Christina Scull

Used
first

Condition

Used

Edition

First U.S. edition, 1st printing (with full number line present

ISBN 10 / ISBN 13

9780547928258 / 0547928254

Quantity Available

Seller

JNBookseller

Palm Harbor, Florida, United States

Seller rating:

This seller has earned a 3 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.

Item Price

$30.00

$5.00 shipping to USA

Show Details

Description:

Boston / New York: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 2012. First U.S. edition, 1st printing (with full number line present on the copyright page). Hardcover book complete in its original printed dust jacket (unclipped). 26 cm. 144 pages. Contains color and black-and-white illustrations throughout. The book is in near fine condition. No ownership marks/writing present within. Hinges tight, interior pages bright. Light edge wear/bumping to the dust jacket.