Future Special Edition Hardcovers: Speculation
With The Fall of Numenor now coming to what was formerly known as the 'Author-Illustrated' Hardcovers, it makes one think on what other Tolkien titles may come to this format. I will 'think out loud' and speculate which other titles may arrive in this format. ~ The Great Tales. Next year, the first of the three standalone books, The Children of Hurin , turns 20. As such, I can see all 3 (all on the same date? Over time?) arrive in this Special Edition hardcover format. How The Fall of Numenor was 'transferred' from its standard hardcover format into the Special Edition format could also apply to The Great Tales. The Great Tales may also appear in the Collector's Edition format - either in addition, or instead. ~ Unfinished Tales Another title I can see coming to this style would be Unfinished Tales - but, the one illustrated by Alan Lee, Ted Nasmith, and John Howe. All of Tolkien's own artwork was used for the Special Edition ...