Complete Tolkien Companion

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9781250023551
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More than a companion, this is an essential reference guide for"quite literally"everything Tolkien. The book is laid out as an A-Z guide for all the notable characters, places, events, words, weapons, and even food & drink that populate Tolkien's enchanting universe. Want to know everything about Aragorn, Gimli, or Legolas? The significance of the Mines of Moria, Rivendell, or the history of Rohan? Who the Haradrim are? You will find answers to all these questions (and a lot more) inside this significant compendium. Each entry contains a detailed description complete with links, translations, and even maps, charts, and genealogical tables where necessary.

Containing hundreds of references, the descriptions_1 inside are focused and accurate, covering all of Tolkien's works from The Hobbit through The Silmarillion and several other posthumous works. Whether you are an avid reader of Tolkien's works, a curious soul who wants to know more about the incredible Lord of the Rings universe, or a new reader ready to dive into the substantial mythos, this companion book has it all. 715 pp. SC.

Publisher's Description of Complete Tolkien Companion

In anticipation of director Peter Jackson's new film version of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, to be released on December 14, 2012, comes a new edition of the classic guide to Tolkien's world.

For all those who journey to 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 J. R. R. 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. First published in 1976, this is an indispensable accompaniment for anyone who embarks on the reading journey of a lifetime.

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Category Description for J.R.R. Tolkien

 One Ring to rule them all; One Ring to find them; One Ring to bring them all and in the darkness bind them" so begins Tolkien's massive, wonderful tale of the fight against good and evil. I was quite surprised to learn that The Lord of the Rings is technically not a trilogy. It is one novel, made of 6 parts typically printed in 3 volumes for manageability and ease in reading.

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Product Format:Paperback
Brand:St. Martin's Press
Author:J. E. A. Tyler
Grades:8-AD
ISBN:9781250023551
Length in Inches:8.25
Width in Inches:5.5
Height in Inches:1.25
Weight in Pounds:1.25
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