Author : David Day
Publisher : Pyramid
Page : 367 pages
File Size : 10,31 MB
Release : 2019-10-19
Category : 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 : Simon and Schuster
Page : 286 pages
File Size : 23,80 MB
Release : 2018-06-05
Category : 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 Wenzel
Publisher : Como Sales
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 48,50 MB
Release : 1977-01-01
Category : Fantasy fiction, English
ISBN : 9780878180141
Drawings in black and white and in color illustrate the world of the hobbit.
Author : Editors of Thunder Bay Press
Publisher : Thunder Bay Press
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 30,96 MB
Release : 2020-10-13
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 1645174581
Add your own color to Tolkien fantasies with these illustrations from renowned artists. This beautiful coloring book—suitable for Tolkien fans of all ages—presents more than 100 pages of famous scenes from Middle-earth. It includes the Trees of the Valar and Mount Doom, and characters as beloved as Gandalf the wizard or as feared as Smaug the dragon. Line art by renowned artists illustrates the fantastical world of Middle-earth and is ready to be colored. This work is unofficial and is not authorized by the Tolkien Estate or HarperCollins Publishers.
Author : John Garth
Publisher : White Lion Publishing
Page : 211 pages
File Size : 34,99 MB
Release : 2020-05
Category :
ISBN : 0711241279
An expertly written investigation of the places that shaped the work of one of the world's best loved authors, exploring the relationship between worlds real and fantastical.
Author : Robert Tuesley Anderson
Publisher : Pyramid
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 47,46 MB
Release : 2020-09-03
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 0753734443
Ever wondered what Lembas Bread, Cram, or Beorn's Honey Cakes might taste like? From Crickhollow Apple Loaf, Pippin's Minas Tirith Lunch, and Brandywine Fish Pie to Dwarven Spiced Pickled Beetroot, Westfarthing Fairings, and Beorn's Twice-Baked Cakes, Recipes from the World of Tolkien includes over 75 mouth-watering recipes that will take you on a journey through Middle-earth, delivering a treat for your taste buds and your imagination. Immerse yourself in Tolkien's epic fantasy world with recipes inspired by its places and characters. Whether it's breakfast or second breakfast, elevenses or afternoon tea, lunch or dinner - cook up a feast fit for orcs and elves alike. This collection of delicious recipes also features stunning illustrations and artwork throughout, as well as short feature essays that explore the compelling role of food in Tolkien's works. This is the perfect, must-have addition to any Tolkien fan's bookshelf. This work is unofficial and is not authorized by the Tolkien Estate or HarperCollins Publishers.
Author : David Day
Publisher : Pyramid
Page : 383 pages
File Size : 44,14 MB
Release : 2019-10-17
Category : 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 : John Ronald Reuel Tolkien
Publisher : M J F Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 13,66 MB
Release : 1998-05
Category : Fantasy fiction, English
ISBN : 9781567312485
Each painting is accompanied by a page of text drawn from the work that inspired it, describing the scene the artist has chosen to illustrate.
Author : David Day
Publisher : Chartwell Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,51 MB
Release : 2013-01-14
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780785830160
The World of Tolkien draws out the anthologies within The Lord of the Rings that render this epic a timeless mythology for the modern age. This book reveals the vast array of mythological, historical, literary, linguistic, and creative sources that the writer drew upon to create his absorbing, ever popular world. This is a comprehensive guide, perfect for Middle-earth novices and super fans, to uncovering the "real world" inspiration behind the gods and Demi gods, races of men, elves and dwarves, wizards and hobbits, creatures and monsters, cities, geography, battles, and major events in the history of Middle-earth. Tolkein was inspired by a huge body of national mythologies in creating his world. Numerous fairy tales and legends are echoed in the narrative, while many locations are based on real cities and places. For example, did you know that: "Bag End" was the name used locally for Tolkien's Aunt Jane's Worcestershire far. Orcs share many of their characteristics with the repulsive mythical Chinese creatures known as "kouei" The wizard Gandalf was partly inspired by the Norse god Odin. Stunningly illustrated with 100 color and black and white illustrations, this is essential reading for Tolkien enthusiasts of all generations.
Author : David Day
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 25,55 MB
Release : 2020-11-10
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1645174417
Learn the most popular legends about the Rings of Power! The history of J. R. R. Tolkien's fictional world of Middle-earth is filled with an ongoing struggle between good and evil, centered on a set of rings forged by Elves and an evil sorcerer. The Ring Legends of Tolkien recounts stories and conflicts surrounding the Rings of Power. Insightful commentary by Tolkien scholar David Day discusses how people, tactics, and weapons were used to obtain and control the rings, and also how the legends of Middle-earth relate to the real-world mythology on which Tolkien based his famous literary creation. Maps and full-color illustrations help bring this rich universe to life, making it an invaluable reference book for Tolkien fans of all ages. This work is unofficial and is not authorized by the Tolkien Estate or HarperCollins Publishers.
