Atlas Of Tolkiens Middle Earth Paperback – June 15, 2017

"The Atlas of Middle Earth" is available as the original 1981 edition (left book in photo), revised 1991 edition (middle), and revised 2016 edition (right). The newest 2016 edition has the same information as the 1991 edition, but is printed on substantially higher-quality paper. The atlas provides an enhanced and more engaging experience, especially when reading "The Lord of the Rings" or "The Silmarillion". I read these books (and The Hobbit) every year and still have the atlas open for every chapter.

Slightly larger than the American version, on better paper stock and printing. Well worth the extra 10 or so dollars.

This is a great atlas for both novice and seasoned fans of the Middle Earth legendarium. This particular edition is the British version, in every way identical to the U.S. release, however the paper stock is better. I opted to pay the extra $10 in shipping costs for this edition. The book arrived earlier than scheduled but had a deep crease from transport.

If you’re a LOTR and Silmarillion fanboy or fan girl, this book is nice to help visualize the paths taken by the characters in Middle Earth

I was hoping for a good product, but I got a great one.

Fine. Has short synopses of Middle Earth wars.

A labor of love and a tribute to his work. You can feel the love for Tolkien in this book.

The atlas of JRR Tolkien's Middle-Earth by Karen Wynn Fonstad clarifies the geography of his creation and highlights the adventures which took place there ~ including the first, second and third ages. From the Undying Lands of the West to the Shire and Hobbiton, this revised edition contains within hundreds of two-color maps and diagrams spanning across the vast plains of Middle-Earth. Utterly enchanting and indispensable, this single volume records the journeys of Bilbo, Frodo and the Fellowship of the Ring as well as the journeys, epic battles, Castles, Forests and peoples of this fantastic fantasy world.A comprehensive, illuminating guide for all Tolkien fans which is extraordinary in its scope and coverage of such a masterful work. This is a fitting monument to the talents and imagination of the cartographer and of the man who invented these lands ~ a master myth-maker and remarkable writer. Explored within this book is the first age; Valinor, the fight of the Noldor and Beren and Lúthien, the second age; Númenor and the last alliance, the third age; Dúnedain kingdoms, Wainriders of Angmar and Hobbits and Dwarves. In addition to this are various regional maps as well as in-depth material on The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion.It even contains information on the evolution of languages ~ the origins of Sindarin, Westron (also known as the common speech) and Rohirric.This wonderful book is so interesting, deeply fascinating and insightful that I could not imagine reading and exploring Tolkien's works without it. Adding a whole new layer of understanding and visual interpretation to Tolkien's most significant works (i.e The Lord of the Rings); this is something that is definitely an essential edition to your bookshelf and/or Tolkien library.

I think this book is indispensable if you are reading the Silmarillion. I started the book without it and soon realised the entire book is full of geographical descriptions as elves and men are constantly moving round Middle Earth. I prefer to relate stories like this to a map but found only a very small map of Beleriand embedded within Tolkien's text. it was frustrating not to be able to follow all the events which occurred on a map. This Atlas solved my problem as it has a number of fairly detailed maps of the regions of Middle Earth and Valinor described in the text. There are also explanatory notes next to many of the maps which help to explain their context and relevance. It is also very helpful for reading the Hobbit and Lord of the Rings (although these two books do have some maps included as appendices).

All the maps you could wish for, to scale, with great detail, and as much text and explanations as there is maps, so just as good to read as to look at.See Beleriand of the Silmarillion in relation to Eriador and the LOTR lands. See Numenor, the Valinor lands of Aman, Eriador, Gondor, and so much more. See the whole world put together. There are dozens and dozens of maps, showing races, tribes or groups lands, language areas, migrations, voyages, journey routes, vegetation, climate, geology, town/cave plans, battles, the whole lot.Absolutely indispensable for any serious Tolkien fan. Get this book if you want to delve deep into the novels and get the most from them.My one issue is that this is not in full colour, just a limited range of black, greys and reddish-browns, so some of the keys to the maps are harder to follow and rely on shades for areas that are tricky to distinguish. The publisher would do well to create a full-colour version.

Its great for visualising the paths taken by the characters in the LOTR and I'd say its a must have if you're reading the Silamarillion since it makes all the confusing regions so much easier to understand. Excellent quality maps but also some really nice detailed description. If you enjoy looking at the tiny little maps provided in the Tolkien books, this atlas will blow your mind.

I found the book to be good overall, helps to visualise the locations and journeys, however there are errors and omissions, the most frustrating of these being the journeys of Tuor. Also Ulmo the Valar has been confused with Osse the Maia.

A Cartographic achievement like no other, Karen Wyn-Fonstad's Atlas of Middle-Earth is an indispensable guide to help readers navigate Tolkien's World. Recommended for anyone who's reading Tolkien's books.