An Encyclopedia Of Tolkien
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| Author | : David Day |
| Publisher | : Simon and Schuster |
| Total Pages | : 285 |
| Release | : 1992 |
| Genre | : Fantasy fiction, English |
| ISBN | : 0684839792 |
The first encyclopedic illustrated guide to the world of Middle Earth and the Undying Lands, this book brings together every important aspect of Tolkien's vast cosmology. More than five hundred alphabetical entries cover five major subject areas: history, geography, sociology, natural history and biography. The maps, genealogies and time-charts, together with the illustrations of characters, places adn events, reveal to the reader the full dramatic sweep and splendor of Tolkien's world.
| Author | : Michael D. C. Drout |
| Publisher | : Taylor & Francis |
| Total Pages | : 810 |
| Release | : 2007 |
| Genre | : Literary Criticism |
| ISBN | : 0415969425 |
A detailed work of reference and scholarship, this one volume Encyclopedia includes discussions of all the fundamental issues in Tolkien scholarship written by the leading scholars in the field. Coverage not only presents the most recent scholarship on J.R.R. Tolkien, but also introduces and explores the author and scholar's life and work within their historical and cultural contexts. Tolkien's fiction and his sources of influence are examined along with his artistic and academic achievements - including his translations of medieval texts - teaching posts, linguistic works, and the languages he created. The 550 alphabetically arranged entries fall within the following categories of topics: adaptations art and illustrations characters in Tolkien's work critical history and scholarship influence of Tolkien languages biography literary sources literature creatures and peoples of Middle-earth objects in Tolkien's work places in Tolkien's work reception of Tolkien medieval scholars scholarship by Tolkien medieval literature stylistic elements themes in Tolkien's works theological/ philosophical concepts and philosophers Tolkien's contemporary history and culture works of literature
| Author | : David Day |
| Publisher | : Pyramid |
| Total Pages | : 395 |
| Release | : 2015-08-17 |
| Genre | : Literary Criticism |
| ISBN | : 0753728559 |
Arranged in a handy A-Z format, A Dictionary of Tolkien explores and explains the creatures, plants, events and places that make up these strange and wonderful lands. It is essential reading for anyone who loves Tolkien's works and wants to learn more about them. This book is unofficial and is not authorised by the Tolkien Estate or HarperCollins Publishers.
| Author | : David Day |
| Publisher | : Pyramid |
| Total Pages | : 371 |
| Release | : 2019-10-19 |
| Genre | : Art |
| ISBN | : 0753734044 |
Tolkien's works have inspired artists for generations and have given rise to myriad interpretations of the rich and magical worlds he created. The Illustrated World of Tolkien gathers together artworks and essays from expert illustrators, painters and etchers, and fascinating and scholarly writing from renowned Tolkien expert David Day, and is an exquisite reference guide for any fan of Tolkien's work, Tolkien's world and the imaginative brilliance his vision inspired.
| Author | : David Day |
| Publisher | : [Madeira Park, B.C.] : Harbour Pub. |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 1984 |
| Genre | : Fantasy fiction, English |
| ISBN | : 9780920080474 |
A poetic and beautiful reference guide for Tolkien fans. . .
| Author | : David Day |
| Publisher | : Simon and Schuster |
| Total Pages | : 286 |
| Release | : 2018-06-05 |
| Genre | : Fiction |
| ISBN | : 1684121043 |
A compendium of the greatest heroes of Middle-earth, all in one volume. J. R. R. Tolkien's fictional world of Middle-earth is filled with great heroes who rose in the face of crisis to shape the course of that world's history. This volume examines the complexities surrounding Tolkien's portrayal of good and evil, analyzing the most celebrated heroes from the earliest days of Arda to the end of the War of the Ring. Men, elves, dwarves, and their allies are covered in detail, and each hero's role in the battle against the forces of evil is discussed at length. This work is unofficial and is not authorized by the Tolkien Estate or HarperCollins Publishers.
| Author | : David Day |
| Publisher | : Pyramid |
| Total Pages | : 399 |
| Release | : 2019-10-17 |
| Genre | : Literary Criticism |
| ISBN | : 0753734060 |
The spellbinding world of Middle-earth is full of beasts and battles, heroes and heroines, and the struggle between good and evil. In this dictionary of sources, Tolkien scholar and best-selling author David Day's four decades of research inform us about the lands, inhabitants, languages, geography and history of Middle-earth. This compelling encyclopedia on Tolkien's world also includes over 200 illustrations and an appendix. This work is unofficial and is not authorized by the Tolkien Estate or HarperCollins Publishers.
| Author | : J. E. A. Tyler |
| Publisher | : St. Martin's Griffin |
| Total Pages | : 871 |
| Release | : 2014-03-18 |
| Genre | : Literary Criticism |
| ISBN | : 1466866454 |
For all those who journey to J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle Earth, here is the complete guide to its lands, legends, histories, languages, and people. The Complete Tolkien Companion explains, translates, and links every single reference - names, dates, places, facts, famous weapons, even food and drink - to be found in Tolkien's world, which includes not only The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings but also The Simarillion and many other posthumously published works. A detailed explanation of the various Elvish writing systems, together with maps, charts, and genealogical tables, bring the remarkable genius of Tolkien and the unforgettable world and wonder of Middle Earth to life with focus and accuracy. Presented in alphabetical order for quick and easy reference, this is an indispensable accompaniment for anyone who embarks on the reading journey of a lifetime. First published in 1976, this edition has been fully revised and updated for a new century of Tolkien lovers.
| Author | : David Day |
| Publisher | : Pyramid |
| Total Pages | : 155 |
| Release | : 2019-10-03 |
| Genre | : Literary Criticism |
| ISBN | : 0753733951 |
An entire race was born when J.R.R. Tolkien scrawled on a leaf, 'In a hole in the ground there lived a hobbit.' From the invention of that single word (hobbit) Tolkien became the explorer and chronicler of the character, their race and their significant role in his fantastical world, Middle-earth. Here in his latest book, Tolkien expert David Day unpicks the myriad of riddles, puns and mystical meanings in Tolkien's works; The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. This work is unofficial and is not authorized by the Tolkien Estate or HarperCollins Publishers.
| Author | : David Day |
| Publisher | : Hachette UK |
| Total Pages | : 258 |
| Release | : 2015-10-22 |
| Genre | : Literary Criticism |
| ISBN | : 0753730731 |
This lavish, colour atlas is a complete guide to the weird and wonderful geography of Tolkien's world. Packed with full page maps and illustrations of events in the annals of Middle-earth, it is the perfect companion to the bestselling A Dictionary of Tolkien. This book is unofficial and is not authorised by the Tolkien Estate or HarperCollins Publishers.
