exploring the magic and mystery of the Middle Ages, J.R.R. Tolkien and "The Lord of the Rings"
Bates, Brian
2003
Analyzes the very real civilization that J.R.R. Tolkien based his land of Middle Earth on, describing the varied tribes who made up its population and how they lived their daily lives.
Presents an examination of the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, author of "The Hobbit" and "The Lord of Rings" and includes a discussion of Tolkien's professional background and how it impacted his writing, as well as a critical analysis of the literary foundations and structures of all his major works.
Presents a biography of J.R.R. Tolkien, author of "The Lord of the Rings," focusing on how his experiences in World War I, during which he served as a signals officer, influenced his creation of Middle-earth.
Offers a behind-the-scenes look at how artists Greg and Tim Hildebrandt created their iconic illustrations of J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle Earth, describing the artists' creative processes and their interpretations of the Lord of the Rings characters and settings.