The Maps of Tolkien's Middle-earthBest selling Tolkien expert Brian Sibley (The Lord of the Rings: The Making of the Movie Trilogy and The Lord of the Rings Official Movie Guide) presents a slipcased collection of four full color, large format maps of Tolkien's imaginary realm illustrated by John Howe, a conceptual designer for the blockbuster films directed by Peter Jackson. The set includes a hardcover book describing in detail the importance and evolution of geography within

They were journeying into a new story

the author who invented Middle-earth and all its inhabitants -- a world which has captivated the imagination of millions

but now face the consequences of having unleashed the terrifying Dragon Smaug upon Lake-town

and extensive commentary by Albus Dumbledore

Bilbo Baggins from the film

The chase version figure has extremely limited availability

The Lord of the Rings Motion Picture Trilogy and The Hobbit Trilogy

Several key talent members from The Lord of the Rings trilogy reprise their roles

the pen is crafted in a combination of celluloid and jewelry-grade

ruler of all the accursed Rings of Power

profound in meaning

which add greatly to a thorough understanding of his masterpiece