Urulókë wrote:

You will be best served by getting Maker of Middle-earth (the exhibition catalogue). A great resource, not just for the pictures!

That is SUCH a wonderful book, a real treasure trove.

Not easy to read while lying in bed, but not impossible either

I have a nice story to tell regarding the Collector's edition of the catalog. I didn't managed to grab one until now.
I've asked the Bodleian if by chance they would still have a copy left for sale. I was very surprised by their reply : "we have just one left".
But I was even more surprised to get number #10 !!! I also asked if Catherine McIlwaine could sign it and she did ! So tonight, I just received my copy and I'm very very pleased :D
Will post pictures soon.

Definitely a recommended book to buy.