Treasures from the Misty Mountains [ILLUSTRATED] (Paperback)

by James H. Gillam (Author)

Editorial Reviews

Product Description
For more than 60 years the published works of J.R.R. Tolkien have delighted readers of all ages. It was in 1937 that The Hobbit first captured our hearts and stirred our imaginations. In 1955 followed the grand epic Lord of the Rings trilogy, which has been called the most influential fantasy story of all time. The Lord of the Rings has sold more than 100 million copies worldwide and has been translated into more than 40 languages, an accomplishment that no other work of fiction comes close to matching.

In addition to the books, there has been a staggering array of products produced related to and influenced by the writings of J.R.R. Tolkien and his richly imagined world of Middle-Earth. Treasures from the Misty Mountains details for you the endless collection of Tolkien-related products in addition to an accounting of all of Tolkien's writings.

Included herein are sections devoted to Books, both by and about Tolkien; Calendars; Toys; Collectible statues; Audio recordings; and so much more. Also presented are details of the movies - both the earlier animated Hobbit and Lord of the Rings and the upcoming Lord of the Rings trilogy from New Line Cinema.

This is a book of all things Tolkien, a feast for devoted fans and novices alike, with more than 500 colour pictures. Treasures from the Misty Mountains - A Collector's Guide to Tolkien.

From the Publisher
It has been very difficult over the years for collectors to know just what has been produced from the works of Tolkien and where it can be purchased. There is not, and never has been any 'official' Lord of the Rings cataloging. Clear and specific documentation has been almost impossible to find, and any listing that has been available has been a patchwork at best. Over the last few years, the Internet has become a great source of assistance through various webrings that connect the many Lord of the Rings fans. This four color, highly graphic book will provide information on all things Tolkien; books, calendars, toys & movie memorabilia. Both the novice and die-hard collector will find this guide helpful and like the new trilogy from Peter Jackson, make us believe again. 208 Pages

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Product Details

• Paperback: 208 pages
• Publisher: Collector's Guide Publishing Inc; illustrated edition edition (November 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1896522769
• ISBN-13: 978-1896522760
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.3 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,090,310 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great movie companion coffee table book, December 6, 2001

By	Nik (The Great White North (Toronto)) - See all my reviews

This book isn't what I expected. It is much more than that. I saw it online and thought it would be a nice text book about my favorite subject, the Lord of the Rings. Instead when I got back from the store where I purchased it I was shocked to see such highly detailed information. This writer has done his homework and I don't think that he has missed anything. You should see the detail in this book. I have much Lord of the Rings merchandise but now it looks like I am really on the hunt (thanks - I can't tell you how THRILLED my wife is) ... This author's autobiograpy of JRR is terrific and he does as nice job discussing the new movie too. He is careful not to give too much away which is a nice touch. It's advertised as having 500+ pictures and that reviewer isn't kidding. It is FULL of high quality, high gloss pics. This book looks pretty expensive and I think although a softcover it is more like a coffee table book. That is where I am leaving mine, for everyone to see. Good Job Mr. Gillam ... I see he has written another book a year or two ago about Space Science-Fiction toys ... my brother is nuts for that 60's stuff so ... I am on the hunt for that one too. (Imagine how happy HIS wife is going to be)

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars All Things Tolkien Indeed!!, May 17, 2002

By	Nuintholiel (USA!!) - See all my reviews

I found this book to be an exstensive resource for Tolkien's writings, the many publishers and cover artists, the first editions and the latest available, and the writings you may never heard of. Seeing the covers of some of the early paperbacks was like finding long lost friends, the editions I grew up reading. I also found the sections on the merchandise spawned by the previous animation features and the new movie trilogy to be very detailed. I recommend this book to anyone interested in the visual history of Tolkien's works and the art inspired by them.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Treasures From The Misty Mountains, December 2, 2001

By	Julie Johnston (Vancouver, B.C.) - See all my reviews

I have just bought this collectors book and I am very impressed with it. The pictures are vibrant, the information is detailed, and the research is evident. It gives the reader a great deal of information on the books, the toys, the history, and the upcoming film. I was glad to see that it didn't stop at his works but delved into the world of figurines as well. It is a must have for any Tolkien fan or collector.