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In a direct response to the ever-growing flow of e-enquiries concerning Tolkien and his works, HarperCollins (the official UK publisher) is launching a sophisticated, state-of-the-art website at www.tolkien.co.uk, set to launch on 25th July 2001. Designed by a dedicated in-house team, the site will introduce Tolkien to readers new to his work as well as offering exclusive content to his established fan base.
The website’s distinctive style is based on Tolkien's drawings for the original covers, which have also been reinstated on this years’ new editions.
The site will feature rare archive interviews with Tolkien himself and many examples of his original artwork, as well as offering a comprehensive introduction to Tolkien the man and his key works. Over the months following the launch, the world of Middle-Earth will be unveiled via a selection of interactive maps. A series of online competitions will offer limited editions and associated promotional materials.
Enthusiasts will be able to sign up as members through which they will receive all the latest news on film tie-in - and other - titles as well as notification of a number of planned interviews with key members of the film crew.