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An Encyclopedia Of Tolkien: The History And Mythology That Inspired Tolkien'S World (Leatherbound Classics)
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A Comprehensive, Illustrated Guide To The History, Lands, And Inhabitants Of Middleearth.The Fantasy World Of J. R. R. Tolkien?S Middleearth Contains A Rich Assortment Of People, Cities, And Creaturesas Well As A Deep, Intertwined History That Spans Thousands Of Years. In This Beautifully Illustrated, Leatherbound Volume, Bestselling Author And Tolkien Scholar David Day Presents Four Decades Of Research And Writing On The Lands And Inhabitants Of Middleearth. Sections Of This Atoz Dictionary Are Devoted To Discussion Of The Battles, History, Beasts, And Heroes Of Tolkien?S Stories, And Are Accompanied By Blackandwhite Illustrations. This Comprehensive Volume On Tolkien?S World Also Includes An Appendix Of Three Primary Legends That Served As Sources For Tolkien?S Creationsthe Volsunga Saga, The Nibelungenlied, And Richard Wagner?S Ring Cycleand More Than 200 Blackandwhite Illustrations.This Work Is Unofficial And Is Not Authorized By The Tolkien Estate Or Harpercollins Publishers.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'An Encyclopedia of Tolkien'? A: The book serves as a comprehensive, illustrated guide to the history, lands, and inhabitants of Middle-earth, detailing the rich lore created by J. R. R. Tolkien.
- Q: Who is the author of this encyclopedia? A: The author is David Day, a best-selling author and Tolkien scholar with four decades of research on Tolkien's works.
- Q: What type of illustrations are included in the book? A: The book contains more than 200 black-and-white illustrations that accompany the text, enhancing the reader's understanding of Tolkien's world.
- Q: Is this book officially authorized by the Tolkien Estate? A: No, this work is unofficial and is not authorized by the Tolkien Estate or HarperCollins Publishers.
- Q: How many pages does the encyclopedia have? A: The encyclopedia consists of 544 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is bound in leather, making it a durable and attractive addition to any collection.
- Q: When was 'An Encyclopedia of Tolkien' published? A: The book was published on October 8, 2019.
- Q: Does the book include any appendices or additional resources? A: Yes, it includes an appendix featuring three primary legends that inspired Tolkien's creations: the Volsunga saga, the Nibelungenlied, and Richard Wagner’s Ring Cycle.
- Q: What can I expect to learn from this encyclopedia? A: Readers can expect to learn about the battles, history, beasts, and heroes of Tolkien’s stories, as well as a detailed exploration of the geography and inhabitants of Middle-earth.
- Q: Is this book suitable for both new and longtime Tolkien fans? A: Yes, this encyclopedia is suitable for both new readers looking to explore Tolkien's world and longtime fans seeking a deeper understanding of its lore.