The Lord of the Rings Location Guidebook Extended Edition
Ian Brodie
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The Lord of the Rings Location Guidebook
Ian Brodie 2002 Harper Design Softcover 12.9 x 0.8 x 19.7 cm 96 1869504526 |
Since its initial screening in 2001, "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring" has turned New Zealand into the living embodiment of Middle-earth for countless movie enthusiasts worldwide. This comprehensive guidebook presents the primary filming locations throughout New Zealand that were featured in all three films.
Crafted by Ian Brodie, this expanded edition of his acclaimed location guidebook encompasses fresh insights, photographs, and additional images from the trilogy, along with extended contributions from the cast and crew. Produced in collaboration with New Line Productions, Inc., it provides fans of Peter Jackson's cinematic masterpiece with a distinctive opportunity to delve into the enchanting and intricate world of Middle-earth.
This all-encompassing guidebook, presented in vibrant full-color, has been meticulously updated and expanded since its original release as an exclusive edition for New Zealand during Christmas 2002. It showcases the core filming locations spread across New Zealand, which served as the backdrop for all three films. A must-have for those captivated by the magnificence of the settings in the Lord of the Rings trilogy, it incorporates:
Crafted by Ian Brodie, this expanded edition of his acclaimed location guidebook encompasses fresh insights, photographs, and additional images from the trilogy, along with extended contributions from the cast and crew. Produced in collaboration with New Line Productions, Inc., it provides fans of Peter Jackson's cinematic masterpiece with a distinctive opportunity to delve into the enchanting and intricate world of Middle-earth.
This all-encompassing guidebook, presented in vibrant full-color, has been meticulously updated and expanded since its original release as an exclusive edition for New Zealand during Christmas 2002. It showcases the core filming locations spread across New Zealand, which served as the backdrop for all three films. A must-have for those captivated by the magnificence of the settings in the Lord of the Rings trilogy, it incorporates:
- Detailed maps and precise directions to the locations
- Practical touring advice, encompassing suggestions for lodging, dining, and entertainment
- GPS coordinates for pinpointing filming sites
- Exclusive movie stills, accompanied by breathtaking before-and-after photos taken by the author
- Sections penned by notable figures such as Peter Jackson (Director), Alan Lee (Designer), Richard Taylor (Special FX), and Barrie Osborne (Producer), alongside contributions from the entire cast
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Author Biography
Having achieved an impressive milestone with over 500,000 copies sold of "The Lord of the Rings Location Guidebook," Ian Brodie stands as a distinguished recipient of the esteemed Platinum Award from Booksellers NZ. This accolade places him in esteemed company alongside the venerable Edmonds Cookbook and the enduring Yates Gardening Guide, both of which had notably longer spans to amass the requisite sales for this honor.
Distinguished by his prowess as an award-winning photographer, Ian Brodie's creative passions are a fusion of his native New Zealand, cinematic artistry, globetrotting, photography, and a deep fascination with vintage combat aircraft. This synergy has resulted in the creation of remarkable works and captivating imagery, including his bestsellers like "The Lord of the Rings Location Guidebook" and "The Hobbit Motion Picture Trilogy Location Guidebook." Ian's remarkable journey encompassed his role as the media and communications manager for the iconic Hobbiton Movie Set Tours, and he further left his mark as the founding director of the New Zealand Fighter Pilots Museum situated in Wanaka. Presently, as the director of Ian Brodie Consulting, his focus centers on film tourism endeavors, solidifying his legacy as an enduring figure in the world of creativity and travel.
Having achieved an impressive milestone with over 500,000 copies sold of "The Lord of the Rings Location Guidebook," Ian Brodie stands as a distinguished recipient of the esteemed Platinum Award from Booksellers NZ. This accolade places him in esteemed company alongside the venerable Edmonds Cookbook and the enduring Yates Gardening Guide, both of which had notably longer spans to amass the requisite sales for this honor.
Distinguished by his prowess as an award-winning photographer, Ian Brodie's creative passions are a fusion of his native New Zealand, cinematic artistry, globetrotting, photography, and a deep fascination with vintage combat aircraft. This synergy has resulted in the creation of remarkable works and captivating imagery, including his bestsellers like "The Lord of the Rings Location Guidebook" and "The Hobbit Motion Picture Trilogy Location Guidebook." Ian's remarkable journey encompassed his role as the media and communications manager for the iconic Hobbiton Movie Set Tours, and he further left his mark as the founding director of the New Zealand Fighter Pilots Museum situated in Wanaka. Presently, as the director of Ian Brodie Consulting, his focus centers on film tourism endeavors, solidifying his legacy as an enduring figure in the world of creativity and travel.