{"product_id":"lotr-illustrated-by-tolkien","title":"The Lord of the Rings — Hand-Sewn \u0026 Traditionally Hand-Bound (Illustrated by J.R.R. Tolkien)","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"230\" data-start=\"81\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note that this book has been fully disassembled, meticulously re-sewn by hand on five cords, and traditionally rebound—not merely re-covered.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"412\" data-start=\"232\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEach piece is made entirely by hand over the course of many days and through multiple meticulous stages. Created in limited quantities, every book remains a truly unique object.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"267\" data-end=\"499\"\u003eThis edition of \u003cem data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"295\"\u003eThe Lord of the Rings\u003c\/em\u003e has been bound using high-quality, hand-dyed Italian leather. Each section is hand sewn, ensuring durability and longevity—crafted to be cherished and passed down through generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"501\" data-end=\"737\"\u003eThe book boards and spine feature blind-tooled decorations, while the title and author’s name are gilded in 24K gold. A hand-tooled leather bookmark has been added to complement the overall design and harmony of the binding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"1097\"\u003eFor the endpapers, I used handmade marbled paper created by me, carefully selecting the finest sheet specifically for this book. I also marbled the edges of the text block to match the endpapers, giving the volume a unique character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2285\" data-end=\"2531\"\u003eAll processes are performed entirely by hand, without the use of machines, in respect for traditional craftsmanship and the environment. Bookbinding is a time-intensive craft, but it allows me to place a piece of my soul into every book I create.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1228\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003eBook Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: HarperCollins Publishers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIllustrator: Author (J.R.R. Tolkien)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: English \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: about 14 × 22.5 × 7.3 cm=\u003cbr data-end=\"388\" data-start=\"385\"\u003eabout 1.6 × 8.9 × 2.9 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003eShipping Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1658\"\u003eAll items are shipped via FedEx, with a tracking number provided.\u003cbr data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003eFor international shipping, the recipient’s phone number is required by the courier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1660\" data-end=\"1672\"\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelivery to freight forwarding agencies is not accepted. Orders placed with such addresses will be automatically cancelled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe delivery address must be the customer’s actual residential address.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1888\" data-end=\"1921\"\u003eThank you for your understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1923\" data-end=\"1926\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1928\" data-end=\"2065\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1928\" data-end=\"1971\"\u003eAny imitation will be legally prosecuted.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"1974\"\u003eCopyright © 2010 Bottega Obscura Bindery. All Rights Reserved.\u003cbr data-start=\"2040\" data-end=\"2043\"\u003e\u003ca data-start=\"2043\" data-end=\"2065\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"http:\/\/www.bottegaobscura.com\"\u003ewww.bottegaobscura.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bottega Obscura","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47894382412030,"sku":null,"price":759.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0739\/2473\/9326\/files\/DSC09539.jpg?v=1773166234","url":"https:\/\/bottegaobscura.com\/products\/lotr-illustrated-by-tolkien","provider":"Bottega Obscura","version":"1.0","type":"link"}