The world of Middle-earth is vast and rich with lore beyond just The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. J.R.R. Tolkien created a detailed fantasy world that can be explored in The History of Middle-earth series. Edited by his son Christopher Tolkien, this series was first published in the 1980s and ’90s, with the 2024 editions being the most stunning yet. The hardcover box sets for this series have been released in stages, with the final two sets arriving soon.
Amazon is currently offering a great deal on the first box set of The History of Middle-earth series, priced at only $59, which is over 50% off the original price of $125. The second set is also discounted and eligible for Amazon’s buy 2 get 1 free sale. If you’re looking to complete your collection, buying the first set from Amazon and the other three from Target might be the best option, as all four box sets are part of Target’s buy 2 get 1 free book sale for Circle members.
The first box set includes The Silmarillion, Unfinished Tales, Book of Lost Tales Part One, and Book of Lost Tales Part Two, totaling over 1,500 pages of Tolkien’s work. The second box set contains The Lays of Beleriand, The Shaping of Middle-earth, and The Lost Road, providing 1,264 pages of content.
For those looking to expand their Tolkien collection, preorders are available for Box Set 3 and Box Set 4, both of which are currently seeing a 10% discount. These sets are set to release in August and September, and Amazon offers a preorder price guarantee, ensuring you’ll pay the lowest price available when your order ships.
If you’re eager to dive into the world of Middle-earth without waiting for the later box sets, consider The Complete History of Middle-earth hardcover box set, priced at $142 (down from $250). This set contains all 12 books in three massive volumes, totaling 5,440 pages.
For fans who are new to Tolkien’s work, more affordable options are available. The Silmarillion, the best-known book in the series, is on sale for $32 (was $75), and the first five books in the series can be purchased in a paperback box set for $28, which is also eligible for buy 2 get 1 free.
In addition to these box sets, there are numerous deals on other Tolkien books, including The Lord of the Rings Illustrated Edition for $26, The Hobbit Illustrated Edition for $40, and The Lord of the Rings: Special Edition for $94. Amazon and Target are offering various discounts and promotions on Tolkien books, making it a great time for fans to expand their collections.