Get “The Hobbit” Graphic Novel Expanded Edition: Huge Discount Now on Amazon!

The updated and extended hardcover version of the graphic novel based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit is now out, featuring almost 50 additional pages. Released on September 16 by William Morrow, The Hobbit: A Graphic Novel – Revised and Expanded Edition is currently offered at a 20% discount on Amazon, lowering its price to $28 from the original $35.

Last year, the 144-page paperback version of The Hobbit: A Graphic Novel was re-released and is available for $14.72 from a previous $23 on Amazon. The new hardcover variant spans 192 pages and targets both longstanding admirers and those interested in the artistic process.

Exploring Tolkien’s Original Creation, The Hobbit

Before delving into the graphic novel, you might want to revisit the original 1937 novel, The Hobbit, available in various editions from collectible and illustrated ones to deluxe collector’s versions. We have highlighted a selection of these editions available at Amazon, including standard paperbacks, illustrated hardcovers, and the more luxurious collector’s editions. A significant upcoming release is The Hobbit & The Lord of the Rings Illustrated Gift Set, featuring artwork by Alan Lee and set for its first US publication on October 14, originally released in the UK in 2020 and currently available on Amazon from resellers starting at $87.59, with the US edition priced at $139 (originally $150).

Variations of The Hobbit and Related Titles

Brief overview of some editions available on our Amazon hub:

• The Hobbit: Collector’s Edition (Hardcover) — $27 ($35)

  • Cover art stamped with foil, stained edges, ribbon bookmark.

• The Hobbit: Tolkien Illustrated Edition (Hardcover) — $40 ($75)

  • Illustrations by Tolkien himself, foil-stamped, stained edges, ribbed bookmark, and foldout maps.

• The Hobbit: Tolkien Illustrated Deluxe Special Edition (Hardcover) — $100 ($195)

  • Comes with a slipcase, quarterbound leather binding, an 88-page booklet, and more.

• Various other editions featuring illustrations by different artists and unique binding styles.

The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings Collection Sets

• Illustrated Hardcover Gift Set by Alan Lee (4 Books) — $139.50 ($150) | October 14
• Deluxe Leatherette Pocket Box Set (4 Books) — $35 ($60)
• Various box sets featuring different binding styles and sizes.

The graphic novel version of The Hobbit has been reissued several times, but there are even more variations of Tolkien’s original work. Since its first publication, The Hobbit has seen numerous collectible, deluxe, and illustrated editions, particularly those featuring artwork by Alan Lee, regarded highly among fans. Additionally, the upcoming four-volume hardcover box set of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit, featuring illustrations by Alan Lee and published by William Morrow, promises to be a definitive collection for enthusiasts.

For avid collectors, the unique Tolkien Illustrated Edition of The Hobbit, published in 2023, is a must-have. It includes 50 original sketches, paintings, and maps by Tolkien, along with luxurious finishes such as foil-stamped cover art and stained page edges. It’s also worth exploring The Hobbit Sketchbook by Alan Lee, a 192-page collection of the artist’s drawings and paintings from the novel.

For audio enthusiasts, The Hobbit is also available in several audiobook versions, including one narrated by Rob Inglis and available on Amazon for $18.80. Alternatively, signing up for Audible Premium Plus offers access to this and other audiobooks at potentially lower prices, especially for new members who can benefit from a 30-day free trial.

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