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The lord of the rings

1999
A one-volume edition of the trilogy which tells of the great quest undertaken by the hobbit Frodo and the Fellowship of the Ring, to journey across Middle-earth and cast the One Ring, filled with the power of the Dark Lord Sauron, into the Cracks of Doom.

C.S. Lewis

creator of Narnia
2001
Chronicles the life of fantasy writer C.S. Lewis, discussing his popular "Narnia" series, his writing inspirations, his personal relationships, and his conversion to Christianity.

The sorcerer's companion

2001
Explores the true history, folklore, and mythology behind the magical practices, creatures and personalities that appear in J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter books.

The Hobbit and philosophy

for when you've lost your dwarves, your wizard, and your way
2012
Contains over fifteen essays that discuss philosophical topics in J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Hobbit" providing new insights into the characters and plot.

The annotated Alice

Alice's adventures in Wonderland & Through the looking glass
2000
Combines Lewis Carroll authority Martin Gardner's 1959 edition of "The Annotated Alice"; his 1990 sequel "More Annotated Alice"; and additional discoveries about the texts of "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland," and "Through the Looking-Glass"; and includes classic illustrations by John Tenniel.

The ladies of Grace Adieu and other stories

2006
Contains eight stories of fairies, magic, and mayhem by Susanna Clarke.

The wand in the word

conversations with writers of fantasy
2006
A collection of interviews in which thirteen fantasy writers discuss their craft, influential life experiences, literary inspirations, work routines, and beliefs.

Fact, fiction, and folklore in Harry Potter's world

an unofficial guide
2005
Presents a comprehensive study of the myths, legends, literature, and history behind the themes and characters of the Harry Potter novels, and discusses wizards, magical artifacts and beasts, and more.

J.R.R. Tolkien

creator of languages and legends
2003
Chronicles the life of J. R. R. Tolkien, author of "The Lord of the Rings," providing historical context, a time line, informative sidebars, and photos and illustrations.

Rain & fire

a companion guide to The last dragon chronicles
2012
A companion book that explores the worlds of the "Last Dragon Chronicles" providing secrets behind the seven books, insight into the characters, and discusses the inspiration behind the dragons, as well as the elements from the real world that inspired the books.

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