The Complete Tolkien Companion
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| Rating | : | 4.40 (880 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1250023556 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 736 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-08-10 |
| Language | : | English |
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"Get your Token Research on." according to ZenViking. I have loved this companion for years, its almost as much fun to read as the books them selves, some times more so.. Lively & useful guide for Tolkien fans EnglishMajor There are any number of Tolkien "encyclopedias," but I believe this is the best. Well-written with ample details drawn from the best of the available Tolkien materials, including the posthumously published "Peoples of Middle-Earth" & "Unfinished Tales," among others. Illustrations include the lines of descent for the Eldar & the Edain, maps of the Battle of the Pelennor Fields, & a diagram of the "Spoken Tongues" showing the descent of the various languages of Middle-. Extremely Helpful Guide Phadra Huntington Wow, I am so glad that J.E.A. Tyler put together, because the information helped me to get a better grip of who, what, and why. There is so much depth to the Lord of the Rings that is difficult keep to keep track of the story, the languages used and the pronuciations of the names can be daunting to the most avid of fans. However this book helps tremendously. This book added to the my enjoyment of the grandure of the story.
Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings, this is a great reference book, as it has entries that will probably jog the memories of even the most ardent adherent.This one has it all.” The Kansas City Star“A treasure of arcane information that will be helpful to the casual readeras well as to the newly minted Niddle Earth fanatic who wants to learn everything as soon as possible.” South Florida Sun-Sentinel“The Complete Tolkien Companion is an excellent, proper account
For all those who journey to Middle Earth, here is the complete guide to its lands, legends, histories, languages, and people. R. The Complete Tolkien Companion explains, translates, and links every single referencenames, dates, places, facts, famous weapons, even food and drinkto be found in J. R. First published in 1976, this is an indispensable accompaniment for anyone who embarks on the reading journey of a lifetime.. Tolkien's world, which includes not only The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings but also The Simarillion and many other posthumously published works. A detailed explanation of the various Elvish writing systems, together with maps, charts, and genealogical tables, bring the remarkable genius of Tolkien and the unforgettable world and wonder of Middle Earth to life with focus and accuracy
TYLER (1943-2006) specialized in music, historical biography, archeology, and anthropology. An author and journalist J.E.A. His other books include The Beatles: An Illustrated Record and I Hate Rock and Roll.