This product is a 50th anniversary hardcover edition of J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Hobbit" illustrated by the author himself. Published by Houghton Mifflin Company in 1987, this Collector's Edition of the fantasy novel is intended for both young adults and adults. With its captivating narrative and stunning illustrations, this book is a must-have for fans of Tolkien's work and fantasy lovers in general.