Illustrated World of Tolkien by David Day, Hardcover

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Product details J. R. R. Tolkien’s fictional universe is as infinite as the human imagination, but not all who wander are lost! The Illustrated World of Tolkien is an excellent guide to Middle-earth and the Undying Lands. Vivid descriptions of all Tolkien’s beasts, monsters, races, nations, deities, and the flora...
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J. R. R. Tolkien’s fictional universe is as infinite as the human imagination, but not all who wander are lost! The Illustrated World of Tolkien is an excellent guide to Middle-earth and the Undying Lands. Vivid descriptions of all Tolkien’s beasts, monsters, races, nations, deities, and the flora and fauna of the territory are contained herein. Full-color pages with stunning illustrations create an enchanting source for information on all the fantastical places and creatures that sprung from Tolkien’s mind. Special features include a detailed map, a chronology of all ages, a general index, and a special index that will refer you to Tolkien’s original works for each entry.

"A comprehensive, four-color reference guide to the Tolkien universe. Explanations of Tolkien’s beasts, monsters, races, nations, deities, and the flora and fauna of Middle-earth and the Undying Lands. 129 separate races identified and analyzed. Detailed map and chronology of all ages included. Includes a general index, and a special index referring readers back to Tolkien’s original works. Includes a printed cloth cover and foil on cover."

This work is unofficial and is not authorized by the Tolkien Estate or HarperCollins Publishers.

About the Author

David Day is the author of a dozen books on the world of J.R.R. Tolkien, beginning with A Tolkien Bestiary, the first illustrated guide to Middle-earth. Together with Tolkien: The Illustrated Encyclopedia and Tolkien’s Ring, his books have been translated into twenty languages and have sold in excess of 3 million copies. A Canadian living in Victoria, British Columbia, Day has also published more than thirty other books of mythology, history, fantasy, fiction, and poetry, for both adults and children.

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Looking for a new hobby? Thunder Bay Press has you covered. Since 1990, Thunder Bay Press has published book after book filled with pages of reference, knowledge, and innovative activities that put the mind and body to good use. From crocheting Star Wars and Harry Potter characters to re-creating the recipes of Tolkien or tackling a highly detailed adult coloring book, there is an innovative title or activity kit for anyone who wants to broaden their leisure skills.

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