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Author : Ruth S. Noel
Release : 1977
Genre : Fiction
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Book Rating : /5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis The Mythology of Middle-earth by : Ruth S. Noel
Download or read book The Mythology of Middle-earth written by Ruth S. Noel. This book was released on 1977. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examines the relationship of Tolkien's Middle-earth mythology to the legends and myths of many cultures.
Author : Elizabeth A. Whittingham
Release : 2017-06-30
Genre : Literary Criticism
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Book Rating : 742/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis The Evolution of Tolkien's Mythology by : Elizabeth A. Whittingham
Download or read book The Evolution of Tolkien's Mythology written by Elizabeth A. Whittingham. This book was released on 2017-06-30. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The History of Middle-earth traces the evolution of J.R.R. Tolkien's literary world, stories, and characters from their earliest written forms to the final revisions Tolkien penned shortly before his death in 1973. Published posthumously by Tolkien's son Christopher, the extensively detailed 12-volume work allows readers to follow the development of the texts that eventually became Tolkien's immensely popular The Hobbit, The Lord of The Rings, The Silmarillion, and Unfinished Tales. This work provides a thorough study of Tolkien's life and influences through an analysis of The History of Middle-earth. The work begins with a brief biography and an analysis of the major influences in Tolkien's life. Following chapters deal with elements common to Tolkien's popular works, including the cosmogony, theogony, cosmology, metaphysics, and eschatology of Middle-earth. The study also reviews some of the myths with which Tolkien was most familiar--Greek, Roman, Finnish, and Norse--and reveals the often overlapping relationship between mythology, biblical stories, and Tolkien's popular works.
Author : Tom Shippey
Release : 2014-04-08
Genre : Literary Criticism
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 412/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis The Road to Middle-Earth by : Tom Shippey
Download or read book The Road to Middle-Earth written by Tom Shippey. This book was released on 2014-04-08. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Uniquely qualified to explicate Tolkien’s worldview,” this journey into the roots of the Lord of the Rings is a classic in its own right (Salon.com). From beloved epic fantasy classic to record-breaking cinematic success, J.R.R. Tolkien's story of four brave hobbits has enraptured the hearts and minds of generations. Now, readers can go deeper into this enchanting lore with a revised edition of Tom Shippey's classic exploration of Middle-earth. From meditations on Tolkien's inspiration to analyses of the influences of his professional background, The Road to Middle-earth takes a closer look at the novels that made Tolkien a legend. Shippey also illuminates Tolkien's more difficult works set in the same world, including The Silmarillion, Unfinished Tales, and the myth cycle, and examines the remarkable twelve-volume History of Middle-earth, written by J.R.R.'s son Christopher Tolkien. At once a celebration of a beloved classic and a revealing literary study, The Road to Middle-earth is required reading for fantasy fans and English literature scholars alike.
Author : T. A. Shippey
Release : 1983
Genre : Literary Criticism
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Book Synopsis The Road to Middle-Earth by : T. A. Shippey
Download or read book The Road to Middle-Earth written by T. A. Shippey. This book was released on 1983. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Donato Giancola
Release : 2019-04-09
Genre : Art
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Book Rating : 867/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Middle-Earth: Journeys in Myth and Legend by : Donato Giancola
Download or read book Middle-Earth: Journeys in Myth and Legend written by Donato Giancola. This book was released on 2019-04-09. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nearly 200 stunningly realistic paintings and drawings bring the greatest fantasy epic of all time to life. Classical realism unites with contemporary storytelling as artist Donato Giancola explores the mythic grandeur and the iconic characters of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings saga. Donato has made it his life's work to translate Tolkien's words into compelling visuals, with gorgeous oil paintings and drawings reminiscent of Rembrandt and Caravaggio. His interpretations of Middle-earth span his entire career, from private commissions to the 2001 edition of the graphic novel adaptation of The Hobbit, all collected in this massive compendium--a must-have for collectors of Tolkien and fantasy "What struck me about J.R.R. Tolkien's work was how he filled Middle-earth with a wealth of history," says Author Donato Giancola. "From the simple beginnings of Bilbo and the dwarves in The Hobbit, to the personal trials of Frodo and the Fellowship in The Lord of the Rings, to the epic tragedies in The Silmarillion, these tales are woven together by a grand fabric of unifying mythologies, bringing depth to the cultures and characters within." "Amazing work from an astounding talent." - George R.R. Martin
