--- product_id: 4389618 title: "Tales From The Perilous Realm: The Definitive Collection of Tolkien’s Classic “Fairie” Tales" price: "101.46 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/4389618-tales-from-the-perilous-realm-the-definitive-collection-of-tolkien store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # First-ever single-volume definitive edition Alan Lee’s award-winning illustrations 5 classic Tolkien tales & poems Tales From The Perilous Realm: The Definitive Collection of Tolkien’s Classic “Fairie” Tales **Price:** 101.46 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ✨ Unlock Tolkien’s hidden realms in one legendary volume 📖 ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Tales From The Perilous Realm: The Definitive Collection of Tolkien’s Classic “Fairie” Tales - **How much does it cost?** 101.46 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/4389618-tales-from-the-perilous-realm-the-definitive-collection-of-tolkien) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Exclusive Edition:** Includes new foreword, endmatter, and never-before-published single volume format - • **Timeless Storytelling:** Dive into Tolkien’s lesser-known fairie tales blending fantasy, whimsy, and profound themes - • **Award-Winning Artistry:** Stunning pencil illustrations by Oscar winner Alan Lee elevate every page - • **Collector’s Must-Have:** A visually striking hardcover that’s perfect for display and gifting to Middle-earth aficionados - • **Epic Tolkien Collection:** All four novellas + poems in one beautifully bound volume ## Overview Tales From The Perilous Realm is the definitive hardcover collection of J.R.R. Tolkien’s classic fairie tales and poems, including Farmer Giles of Ham, Leaf by Niggle, Smith of Wootton Major, Roverandom, and The Adventures of Tom Bombadil. Featuring exclusive new foreword and detailed pencil illustrations by Oscar-winning artist Alan Lee, this edition unites these beloved stories in a single volume for the first time, making it an essential treasure for Tolkien fans and collectors alike. ## Description The definitive collection of Tolkien’s classic “fairie” tales, in the vein of The Hobbit, illustrated by Oscar winner Alan Lee Never before published in a single volume, Tolkien’s four novellas (Farmer Giles of Ham, Leaf by Niggle, Smith of Wootton Major, and Roverandom) and one book of poems (The Adventures of Tom Bombadil) are gathered together for the first time, in a fully illustrated volume. This definitive collection of works -- which had appeared separately, in various formats, between 1949 and 1998 -- comes with a brand-new foreword and endmatter, and with a series of detailed pencil illustrations by Alan Lee, in the style of his other award-winning Tolkien work, most recently in The Children of Húrin. The book is the perfect opportunity for fans of Middle-earth to enjoy some of Tolkien’s often overlooked yet most creative storytelling. With dragons and sand sorcerers, sea monsters and hobbits, knights and dwarves, this collection contains all the classic elements for Tolkien buffs of all ages. Review: A great collection of classic tales - Another ticked off of my list of unread or incomplete works by Tolkien. I continuous thought, “why is it called this though?” So I googled and… “The "Perilous Realm" refers to faërie, a broad term for the fantastical dimension visited by each tale in a different way.” So that makes sense now! This is a nice collection of what can be considered Tolkien’s more classic fairytales and I love the cover they chose. Math tells me this is a 4.6/5*. Roverandom: 5/5* Working my way through Tales From the Perilous Realm for the first time, but I’ve already read a couple. This was a re-read. This was originally written for Tolkien’s son, Michael, when he lost his toy dog. With that being said it’s incredibly silly, and lighthearted. Rover the dog bites a wizard on the seat of his pants and is turned to a toy dog. This is the story of his journey through that, and his journey home. My favorite thing about this little tale is that you can still see the grand scope in which Tolkien writes. His mine clearly always saw the big picture, and what could be, rather than just weaving a little something-something…even for his 4 year old son. Personally a 5/5* for me. I liked it even more the second time. Farmer Giles of Ham: 5/5* This review is based off of the Harper Collins Pocket Hardcovers sold in a set as the “Tolkien Treasury.” This book includes the published version of the story, the first manuscript version, and the short outline for the sequel. I’m including that info because I don’t know if other versions include the same. To me this was a great little tale, falling just short of me loving it. I think this is a cute, silly story that could so easily fall into the realm of other fairytale stories/the same popularity, if only it was more readily available. Although, it is again one of those older children’s stories where while I’m reading I’m like, “this was told to kids?!” So with that being said this could easily have been dulled down or “Disney-fied” or made even more adult in a longer version/adaptation. I feel like pretty much from top to bottom this story is about greed. While Giles is considered to be good to his people, and well liked, he is also still tempted by the gold of the dragon. Albeit, not as grossly as the king and his court. Of course we also get the dual pleasure of something light and enjoyable as with most of Tolkien’s earlier works (ie. Roverandom or even the full length The Hobbit), mixed with the lush imagination of the king of fantasy Himself. Personally a 5/5* for me, as I liked it even more the second time around. The Adventures of Tom Bombadil: 4/5* This is the third in Tales from the Perilous Realm, but this one was a first time read for me. I admit that the ‘other verses’ kind of went over my head or I misunderstand, because about halfway through I was like “what in the world does this have to do with Tom Bombadil?” So I actually listened to this twice today. This is a collection of poems by Tolkien. It includes two about Bombadil, who readers will know from Frodo meeting him in The Fellowship of the Ring. As one of the strangest characters I personally think he ever created, it still does not surprise me that Peter Jackson skipped that part entirely. The collection includes three that are actually featured in The Lord of the Rings as well, and the book had a very cool ‘in-universe’ (esque) preface. It speaks of how some of the stories are written by Bilbo or Sam, and how one featured is actually a dream that Frodo had, although probably not actually written by him. During my first listen through, as I stated above, I was looking for the Tom Bombadil context and was super confused. On the second, I enjoyed it and appreciated it for what it was. Poetry is not really my thing, but some of these are considered to be very good works by Tolkien, so I’m glad to have experienced them. The 16 featured poems are: The Adventures of Tom Bombadil Bombadil Goes Boating Errantry Princess Mee The Man in the Moon Stayed Up too Late The Man in the Moon Came Down too Soon The Stone Troll Perry-the-Winkle The Mewlips Oliphaunt Fastitocalon Cat Shadow-Bride The Hoard The Sea-Bell (OR ‘Frodos Dreme’) The Last Ship Enjoyable, well down works written throughout his life. Personally a 4/5* for the king. Smith of Wootton Major: 4/5* This is the fourth tale in Tales from the Perilous Realm, and this is the only other story I had not read prior. I have to say I’m not sure how I feel about it, but like the others, I’m sure I’d like it more a second time. This was one of Tolkien’s tales trying to explain the meaning of faery, or at least whatever that meant to him. It was apparently supposed to be part of a preface he was writing for George MacDonald’s ‘The Golden Key’, but became its own thing. (I’m no expert, I looked it up) Other than his usual and original use of the term Faery, this is not linked to his middle-earth legendarium, and in my opinion, has more of the lighthearted silliness of the other novellas in it. A great cook and his apprentice (referred to as ‘prentice) make a great cake filled with 24 trinkets and coins for the children. However, this year they include a 25th item, a star from faery. The smith’s son swallows it, later spitting it out and affixing it to his forehead. This serves almost like a blessing from the faeries, and he is blessed with skills and personality. This one was not really my favorite, I was a bit confused at points, which isn’t unusual for Tolkien, but it was short, so I thought it’d be easy going. Maybe it’d be an easier read than a listen. Personally a 4/5* for me. Leaf by Niggle: 5/5* This is the fifth, and final tale in Tales from the Perilous Realm, and another reread for me. I once again feel like I grasped this more, and enjoyed it more, the second time. This was a nice, easy read to get through, as it is a short story but published as it’s own release. With that being said there is certainly a deep metaphor here to life, unexpected departure, suffering and purgatory, and the great beyond. Not much of a believer myself—and don’t misunderstand, Tolkien is not giving a overhanded Christian/religious tale here—but I do really enjoy the way Tolkien conveys all that through the little things, in the littlest story. Niggle wants to finish his painted canvas before his big journey, but he can’t seem to get anything done for all the needless interruptions. Kind of a silly, fun way to describe life itself. And there is of course other views on what is meant here as well...this is just the most direct take on it I feel. I personally feel this a lot lately, so this was a timely reread. We constantly have our time planned or micromanaged, even if it’s by ourselves, and it’s up to us to make the most of it. Being kind throughout the hiccups and ‘interruptions’ is the key. A quick and wonderful reread, personally a 5/5*. Review: Fantastic short stories and poems in a nice-looking book - I have a hardcover copy of JRR Tolkien's Tales From the Perilous Realm. It contains a few short stories ("Roverandom," "Farmer Giles of Ham," "Smith of Wootton Major," and "Leaf by Niggle"), the collection of poems that is "The Adventures of Tom Bombadil," and the lengthy essay, "On Fairy-Stories." Such a fantastic collection of some of Tolkien's short works. I want to add a photo of the actual book––for those like me, who appreciate the aesthetics of books, too. This edition is beautiful, and the pencil-sketch-like monochromatic illustrations by Alan Lee is superb (see photo). 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I continuous thought, “why is it called this though?” So I googled and… “The "Perilous Realm" refers to faërie, a broad term for the fantastical dimension visited by each tale in a different way.” So that makes sense now! This is a nice collection of what can be considered Tolkien’s more classic fairytales and I love the cover they chose. Math tells me this is a 4.6/5*. Roverandom: 5/5* Working my way through Tales From the Perilous Realm for the first time, but I’ve already read a couple. This was a re-read. This was originally written for Tolkien’s son, Michael, when he lost his toy dog. With that being said it’s incredibly silly, and lighthearted. Rover the dog bites a wizard on the seat of his pants and is turned to a toy dog. This is the story of his journey through that, and his journey home. My favorite thing about this little tale is that you can still see the grand scope in which Tolkien writes. His mine clearly always saw the big picture, and what could be, rather than just weaving a little something-something…even for his 4 year old son. Personally a 5/5* for me. I liked it even more the second time. Farmer Giles of Ham: 5/5* This review is based off of the Harper Collins Pocket Hardcovers sold in a set as the “Tolkien Treasury.” This book includes the published version of the story, the first manuscript version, and the short outline for the sequel. I’m including that info because I don’t know if other versions include the same. To me this was a great little tale, falling just short of me loving it. I think this is a cute, silly story that could so easily fall into the realm of other fairytale stories/the same popularity, if only it was more readily available. Although, it is again one of those older children’s stories where while I’m reading I’m like, “this was told to kids?!” So with that being said this could easily have been dulled down or “Disney-fied” or made even more adult in a longer version/adaptation. I feel like pretty much from top to bottom this story is about greed. While Giles is considered to be good to his people, and well liked, he is also still tempted by the gold of the dragon. Albeit, not as grossly as the king and his court. Of course we also get the dual pleasure of something light and enjoyable as with most of Tolkien’s earlier works (ie. Roverandom or even the full length The Hobbit), mixed with the lush imagination of the king of fantasy Himself. Personally a 5/5* for me, as I liked it even more the second time around. The Adventures of Tom Bombadil: 4/5* This is the third in Tales from the Perilous Realm, but this one was a first time read for me. I admit that the ‘other verses’ kind of went over my head or I misunderstand, because about halfway through I was like “what in the world does this have to do with Tom Bombadil?” So I actually listened to this twice today. This is a collection of poems by Tolkien. It includes two about Bombadil, who readers will know from Frodo meeting him in The Fellowship of the Ring. As one of the strangest characters I personally think he ever created, it still does not surprise me that Peter Jackson skipped that part entirely. The collection includes three that are actually featured in The Lord of the Rings as well, and the book had a very cool ‘in-universe’ (esque) preface. It speaks of how some of the stories are written by Bilbo or Sam, and how one featured is actually a dream that Frodo had, although probably not actually written by him. During my first listen through, as I stated above, I was looking for the Tom Bombadil context and was super confused. On the second, I enjoyed it and appreciated it for what it was. Poetry is not really my thing, but some of these are considered to be very good works by Tolkien, so I’m glad to have experienced them. The 16 featured poems are: The Adventures of Tom Bombadil Bombadil Goes Boating Errantry Princess Mee The Man in the Moon Stayed Up too Late The Man in the Moon Came Down too Soon The Stone Troll Perry-the-Winkle The Mewlips Oliphaunt Fastitocalon Cat Shadow-Bride The Hoard The Sea-Bell (OR ‘Frodos Dreme’) The Last Ship Enjoyable, well down works written throughout his life. Personally a 4/5* for the king. Smith of Wootton Major: 4/5* This is the fourth tale in Tales from the Perilous Realm, and this is the only other story I had not read prior. I have to say I’m not sure how I feel about it, but like the others, I’m sure I’d like it more a second time. This was one of Tolkien’s tales trying to explain the meaning of faery, or at least whatever that meant to him. It was apparently supposed to be part of a preface he was writing for George MacDonald’s ‘The Golden Key’, but became its own thing. (I’m no expert, I looked it up) Other than his usual and original use of the term Faery, this is not linked to his middle-earth legendarium, and in my opinion, has more of the lighthearted silliness of the other novellas in it. A great cook and his apprentice (referred to as ‘prentice) make a great cake filled with 24 trinkets and coins for the children. However, this year they include a 25th item, a star from faery. The smith’s son swallows it, later spitting it out and affixing it to his forehead. This serves almost like a blessing from the faeries, and he is blessed with skills and personality. This one was not really my favorite, I was a bit confused at points, which isn’t unusual for Tolkien, but it was short, so I thought it’d be easy going. Maybe it’d be an easier read than a listen. Personally a 4/5* for me. Leaf by Niggle: 5/5* This is the fifth, and final tale in Tales from the Perilous Realm, and another reread for me. I once again feel like I grasped this more, and enjoyed it more, the second time. This was a nice, easy read to get through, as it is a short story but published as it’s own release. With that being said there is certainly a deep metaphor here to life, unexpected departure, suffering and purgatory, and the great beyond. Not much of a believer myself—and don’t misunderstand, Tolkien is not giving a overhanded Christian/religious tale here—but I do really enjoy the way Tolkien conveys all that through the little things, in the littlest story. Niggle wants to finish his painted canvas before his big journey, but he can’t seem to get anything done for all the needless interruptions. Kind of a silly, fun way to describe life itself. And there is of course other views on what is meant here as well...this is just the most direct take on it I feel. I personally feel this a lot lately, so this was a timely reread. We constantly have our time planned or micromanaged, even if it’s by ourselves, and it’s up to us to make the most of it. Being kind throughout the hiccups and ‘interruptions’ is the key. A quick and wonderful reread, personally a 5/5*. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic short stories and poems in a nice-looking book *by E***A on May 9, 2026* I have a hardcover copy of JRR Tolkien's Tales From the Perilous Realm. It contains a few short stories ("Roverandom," "Farmer Giles of Ham," "Smith of Wootton Major," and "Leaf by Niggle"), the collection of poems that is "The Adventures of Tom Bombadil," and the lengthy essay, "On Fairy-Stories." Such a fantastic collection of some of Tolkien's short works. I want to add a photo of the actual book––for those like me, who appreciate the aesthetics of books, too. This edition is beautiful, and the pencil-sketch-like monochromatic illustrations by Alan Lee is superb (see photo). Highly recommended reading! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very good bedside story. *by C***9 on June 3, 2026* The lovely story of the dog Roverandom is a beautiful story of a dog trying to get home to his boy.. 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