History Of Middle-Earth Book Set 1: Silmarillion, Unfinished Tales, Book Of Lost Tales Parts 1 2, Christopher Tolkien

Discover The History of Middle-earth (Boxed Set 1), a beautifully produced hardcover boxed set for fans, collectors, and classrooms who cherish J.R.R. Tolkien’s legendarium and the scholarship of his son, Christopher Tolkien. This brand new boxed collection collects specially produced hardback editions — including The Silmarillion, Unfinished Tales, and both volumes of The Book of Lost Tales — making it an essential gift set or reference for readers who want authoritative texts and rich, collectible presentation.

What’s included and why it matters:

Title in This Set: The History of Middle-earth (Boxed Set 1): The Silmarillion, Unfinished Tales, The Book of Lost Tales, Part One & Part Two: Book 1
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Hardcover
ISBN: 9780008663162

This boxed set marks the first in a series of hardback boxed sets celebrating the literary achievement of Christopher Tolkien. It features double-sided dustjackets and special first-edition reproductions for two of the volumes: The Silmarillion and Unfinished Tales. Alongside these, the set includes the two volumes of The Book of Lost Tales, which collect some of the earliest drafts and imaginative foundations of Tolkien’s mythic world.

Inside the books — brief guides:

• The Silmarillion: An account of the Elder Days and the First Age — the ancient drama behind The Lord of the Rings. Read about the High Elves, the rise of Morgoth (the first Dark Lord), and the quest for the Silmarils, the jewels housing the pure light of Valinor. Essential reading for anyone wanting the full sweep of Tolkien’s mythology.
• Unfinished Tales: A curated selection of narratives and essays that expand on events, characters, and histories only hinted at in Tolkien’s mainstream works — ideal for readers who want deeper context and scholarly insight.
• The Book of Lost Tales, Part One & Part Two: Early versions and formative stories that illuminate the development of Tolkien’s world-building. These volumes are invaluable to students, teachers, and collectors tracing the evolution of Middle-earth.

Key benefits:

• Collector-quality hardcover boxed set with double-sided dustjackets — perfect as a gift set or a bookshelf centerpiece.
• Authoritative reproductions of first-edition texts — trustworthy editions for study and citation.
• Comprehensive coverage of Tolkien’s early myths and later refinements — great for fans, book clubs, and classroom use.
• Produced in celebration of Christopher Tolkien’s editorial legacy — a scholarly resource trusted by Tolkien enthusiasts.

Whether you’re a long-time admirer of Middle-earth, a teacher assembling a literary curriculum, or a gift buyer hunting for a timeless keepsake, this boxed set is both beautiful and substantive. It brings together storytelling, scholarship, and collectible design — a timeless boxed set that honors the world J.R.R. Tolkien imagined and the painstaking editorial work of Christopher Tolkien. Add it to your collection or give it as a memorable gift that invites readers back into the deep history of Middle-earth time and again.