A brief guide to J.R.R. Tolkien : the unauthorized guide to the author of The hobbit and The lord of the rings
Cawthorne, Nigel, 1951-2012
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This is a very readable overview of Tolkien and his work, incorporating brief biography, an examination of the books and a look at the process of filming his work, including 'The Hobbit' and 'The Lord of the Rings' saga. It explores how Tolkien's background as a medievalist and linguist informed the languages of Middle-earth.
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Imprint:
London : Robinson, 2012.
Collation:
x, 278 p. ; 20 cm.
Notes:
Originally published: Philadelphia, Pa.: Running, 2011.Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:
9781780338590 (pbk)
Dewey class:
823.912
Language:
English
BRN:
547148