A critical response to the fiction of J. R. R. Tolkien, which includes "The Hobbit, " "The Lord of the Rings, " and "The Silmarillion, " and discusses the role of Tolkien's invented languages in creating his fictional worlds along with his contribution to twentieth-century thought.
Presents illustrated definitions in alphabetical order of all the imaginary beasts, monsters, races, nations, duties, fauna, and flora of the worlds of middle-earth and the Undying Lands. Also includes a map and a chronology of allthe ages.
Offers an introduction to the myths and themes of J.R.R. Tolkein's "The Lord of the Rings" that includes information on the series' characters, creatures, language, geography, and history.
Discusses how scientific knowledge can enrich one's understanding of J. R. R. Tolkien's Middle-earth novels, such as the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy, as literature, presenting twenty essays on a variety of themes.
Showcases the complete artwork created by J.R.R. Tolkien for The Hobbit, including more than one hundred sketches, drawings, paintings, maps, and plans.
