The Heroes of Tolkien

The Heroes of Tolkien PDF

Author: David Day

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2018-06-05

Total Pages: 301

ISBN-13: 1684121043

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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.

The Illustrated World of Tolkien

The Illustrated World of Tolkien PDF

Author: David Day

Publisher: Pyramid

Published: 2019-10-19

Total Pages: 367

ISBN-13: 0753734044

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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.

The Battles of Tolkien

The Battles of Tolkien PDF

Author: David Day

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2017-03

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 1626868530

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An in-depth analysis of the major battles of Tolkien's works, from The Hobbit to The Lord of the Rings. Find out how each battle came about and how it shaped the course of Middle-earth's history in this beautifully-bound leatherette volume, the third title in a successful trilogy

An Atlas of Tolkien

An Atlas of Tolkien PDF

Author: David Day

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2015-10

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 1626864934

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Includes index and "Chronology of Battles of the War of the Ring" (page 255).

A Dictionary of Tolkien

A Dictionary of Tolkien PDF

Author: David Day

Publisher: Bounty

Published: 2015-08-17

Total Pages: 272

ISBN-13: 0753728559

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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.

Tolkien in the Land of Heroes

Tolkien in the Land of Heroes PDF

Author: Anne C. Petty

Publisher:

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 336

ISBN-13:

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Petty explores why J.R.R. Tolkien's works continue to resonate with new generations of readers as she reveals the underlying themes of his timeless classics. Illustrations.

The Epic World of Tolkien

The Epic World of Tolkien PDF

Author: Editors of Thunder Bay Press

Publisher: Thunder Bay Press

Published: 2020-10-13

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 1645174581

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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.

The Dark Powers of Tolkien

The Dark Powers of Tolkien PDF

Author: David Day

Publisher: Hachette UK

Published: 2018-10-18

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 0753733218

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J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit and The Silmarillion are some of the greatest tales of good versus evil ever told. From the creation of Arda to the War of the Ring, Tolkien's Middle-earth has seen war and rebellion, devastation and loss, in which the powers of darkness emerged. Here in his latest book, best-selling author and Tolkien expert David Day explores Tolkien's portrayal of evil, and the sources that inspired his work: from myth, literature and history. This work is unofficial and is not authorized by the Tolkien Estate or HarperCollins Publishers.

The Wisdom of the Shire

The Wisdom of the Shire PDF

Author: Noble Smith

Publisher: Macmillan

Published: 2012-10-30

Total Pages: 223

ISBN-13: 1250026415

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In The Wisdom of the Shire, Noble Smith sheds a light on the life-changing ideas tucked away inside the classic works of J. R. R. Tolkien and his most beloved creation—the stouthearted Hobbits. How can simple pleasures such as gardening, taking long walks, and eating delicious meals with friends make you significantly happier? Why is the act of giving presents on your birthday instead of getting them such a revolutionary idea? What should you do when dealing with the Gollum in your life? And how can we carry the burden of our own "magic ring of power" without becoming devoured by it? The Wisdom of the Shire holds the answers to these and more of life's essential questions.

Ring Legends of Tolkien

Ring Legends of Tolkien PDF

Author: David Day

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2020-11-10

Total Pages: 304

ISBN-13: 1645174417

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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.