The World of Tolkien reveals the vast array of mythological, historical, literary, linguistic, and creative sources that the writer drew upon to create his absorbing, ever popular world. This is a comprehensive guide to uncovering the "real world" inspiration behind the gods and Demi gods, races of men, elves and dwarves, wizards and hobbits, creatures and monsters, cities, geography, battles, and major events in the history of Middle-earth. Stunningly illustrated with 100 color and black and white illustrations, this is essential reading for Tolkien enthusiasts of all generations.
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David Day is the author of five major books on the world of J.R.R. Tolkien, including A Tolkien Bestiary, The A to Z of Tolkien, Tolkien's Ring, and The Hobbit Companion. Together with Tolkien: The Illustrated Encyclopedia, these books have been translated in to 16 languages, and have sold in excess of one million copies. A Canadian living in Great Britain, David Day has also published over thirty other books of mythology, history, fantasy, fiction, and poetry, for both adults and children.
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