UNFINISHED TALES âIllustrated editionã Paperback

To celebrate its 40th anniversary, this illustrated edition of Unfinished Tales delves deeper into the rich mythology of J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth, offering a collection of narratives that span from the Elder Days to the War of the Ring. Edited by Christopher Tolkien, these "unfinished" stories provide invaluable background and new insights for readers of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, covering topics such as Gandalf's involvement in the Quest of Erebor, the emergence of the sea-god Ulmo, the founding of Rohan, and details about Númenor, the Five Wizards, and the Palantíri. This special edition is beautifully enhanced with 18 stunning full-color paintings by acclaimed Tolkien artists Alan Lee, John Howe, and Ted Nasmith, bringing the three Ages of Middle-earth to vivid life like never before.