Tolkien: Treasures

McIlwaine, Catherine

£12.00

This lavishly illustrated book showcases the highlights of the Tolkien archives held at the Bodleian Library. This stunning book is a perfect introduction to Tolkien’s creative imagination, giving a unique insight into the life of this extraordinary writer, artist and scholar.

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Publish Date: 03/08/2018

Description

This lavishly illustrated book showcases the highlights of the Tolkien archives held at the Bodleian Library. From J.R.R. Tolkien’s childhood in the Midlands and his experience of the First World War to his studies at school and university; his exquisite illustrations for The Silmarillion, The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings and his creation of intricate and beautiful maps showing the topography of Middle-earth – the land he invented – this stunning book is a perfect introduction to Tolkien’s creative imagination, giving a unique insight into the life of this extraordinary writer, artist and scholar.

Additional information

Weight 472 g
Dimensions 196 × 196 × 12 mm
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Publisher

Imprint

Cover

Paperback

Pages

144

Language

English

Edition
Dewey

823.912 (edition:23)

Readership

General – Trade / Code: K