The Nature of Middle-earth by J.R.R. Tolkien Paperback Book

Description: The Nature of Middle-earth by J.R.R. Tolkien, Carl F. Hostetter First ever publication of J.R.R. Tolkiens final writings on Middle-earth, covering a wide range of subjects and perfect for those who have read and enjoyed The Silmarillion, The Lord of the Rings, Unfinished Tales, and The History of Middle-earth, and want to learn more about Tolkiens magnificent world. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description First ever publication of J.R.R. Tolkiens final writings on Middle-earth, covering a wide range of subjects and perfect for those who have read and enjoyed The Silmarillion, The Lord of the Rings, Unfinished Tales, and The History of Middle-earth, and want to learn more about Tolkiens magnificent world. It is well known that J.R.R. Tolkien published The Hobbit in 1937 and The Lord of the Rings in 1954–5. What may be less known is that he continued to write about Middle-earth in the decades that followed, right up until the years before his death in 1973.For him, Middle-earth was part of an entire world to be explored, and the writings in The Nature of Middle-earth reveal the journeys that he took as he sought to better understand his unique creation. From sweeping themes as complex and profound as the metaphysics of Elvish immortality and reincarnation, and the Powers of the Valar, to the more earth-bound subjects of the lands and beasts of NÚmenor, the geography of the Rivers and Beacon-hills of Gondor, and even who had beards!This new collection, which has been edited by Carl F Hostetter, one of the worlds leading Tolkien experts, is a veritable treasure-trove offering readers a chance to peer over Professor Tolkiens shoulder at the very moment of discovery: and on every page, Middle-earth is once again brought to extraordinary life. Author Biography J.R.R.Tolkien (1892-1973) was a distinguished academic, though he is best known for writing The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion, plus other stories and essays. His books have been translated into over 60 languages and have sold many millions of copies worldwide. Review A continuation of the many previous volumes assembled by Tolkiens son, Christopher Tolkien, that allow readers to see the author "thinking… on paper". For devotees, this will be a treasure.Publishers WeeklyHow, given little over half a century, did one man become the creative equivalent of a people?Guardian Long Description First ever publication of J.R.R. Tolkiens final writings on Middle-earth, covering a wide range of subjects and perfect for those who have read and enjoyed The Silmarillion, The Lord of the Rings, Unfinished Tales, and The History of Middle-earth, and want to learn more about Tolkiens magnificent world. It is well known that J.R.R. Tolkien published The Hobbit in 1937 and The Lord of the Rings in 1954-5. What may be less known is that he continued to write about Middle-earth in the decades that followed, right up until the years before his death in 1973. For him, Middle-earth was part of an entire world to be explored, and the writings in The Nature of Middle-earth reveal the journeys that he took as he sought to better understand his unique creation. From sweeping themes as complex and profound as the metaphysics of Elvish immortality and reincarnation, and the Powers of the Valar, to the more earth-bound subjects of the lands and beasts of N Review Quote A continuation of the many previous volumes assembled by Tolkiens son, Christopher Tolkien, that allow readers to see the author "thinking... on paper". For devotees, this will be a treasure. Publishers Weekly How, given little over half a century, did one man become the creative equivalent of a people? Guardian Feature * World first publication of Tolkiens final writings on Middle-earth * Truly unique collection ranging from the profound to the comic, edited together by one of the worlds leading Tolkien experts * The perfect next read for those who have enjoyed The Silmarillion, Unfinished Tales and The History of Middle-earth Competition: A;Game of Thrones;Song of Ice and Fire;The;Witcher;Chronicles of Narnia;His Dark Materials;Hunger Games;Shadow and bone;artemis fowl;dune;dragon rider. by;George R R Martin;Ursula K Le Guin;C S Lewis;Philip Pullman;Neil Gaiman;J K Rowling;Suzanne Collins;Margaret Atwood;Alan Lee;Christopher Tolkien Description for Sales People First ever publication of J.R.R. Tolkiens final writings on Middle-earth, covering a wide range of subjects and perfect for those who have read and enjoyed The Silmarillion, The Lord of the Rings, Unfinished Tales, and The History of Middle-earth, and want to learn more about Tolkiens magnificent world. It is well known that J.R.R. Tolkien published The Hobbit in 1937 and The Lord of the Rings in 1954-5. What may be less known is that he continued to write about Middle-earth in the decades that followed, right up until the years before his death in 1973. For him, Middle-earth was part of an entire world to be explored, and the writings in The Nature of Middle-earth reveal the journeys that he took as he sought to better understand his unique creation. From sweeping themes as complex and profound as the metaphysics of Elvish immortality and reincarnation, and the Powers of the Valar, to the more earth-bound subjects of the lands and beasts of N Details ISBN000838794X Author Carl F. Hostetter Pages 464 Year 2023 ISBN-10 000838794X ISBN-13 9780008387945 Publication Date 2023-02-16 UK Release Date 2023-02-16 Format Paperback Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Edited by Carl F. 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