Of Sorcerers and Men: Tolkien and the Roots of Modern Fantasy Literature
Language: English
Published by Barnes & Noble Audio, China, 2006
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Portable Professor series of lectures on 7 CDs with a book-length course guide in paperback book all in cardboard slipcase. This edition is titled Of Sorcerers and Men Tolkien and the Roots of Modern Fantasy Literature. The CDs are in excellent condition, along with the course guide. The slipcase has some wear including bumped corners.
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- Title
- Of Sorcerers and Men: Tolkien and the Roots of Modern Fantasy Literature
- Author
- Michael D. C. Drout
- Publisher
- Barnes & Noble Audio, China
- Publication year
- 2006
- Condition
- Very Good
- Binding
- Audio Book (CD)
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0760785236
- ISBN 13
- 9780760785232
- Item weight
- 2 pounds
- Dimensions
- 4to - over 9¾ - 12" tall
- Seller catalogs
- Audio Books
From 'The Lord of the Rings' to the Harry Potter series, fantasy novels have captured the imagination of millions of readers and figure prominently on any list of best-loved books. The masters of the genre, authors such as J. R. R. Tolkien, Ursula K. Le Guin, Philip Pullman, and J. K. Rowling, have brought to life unforgettable characters who dwell in richly detailed, magical worlds that run according to their own internal logic. In 'Of Sorcerers and Men,' Professor Michael D. C. Drout leads a fascinating tour of the masterworks that defined the genre, paying particular attention to the books of Tolkien, the godfather of fantasy literature as we know it today. Drout's deft assessment provides deeper insights into these beloved creations, and helps readers gain a better understanding of what makes fantasy literature so very appealing.
Contents: What is Fantasy Literature? - Origins of Modern Fantasy - Tolkien: Life and Language - The Hobbit - The Fellowship of the Ring - The Two Towers - The Return of the King - The Silmarillion, Unfinished Tales, and other posthumously published work - Tolkien: Criticism and Theory - Imitations and Reactions: Brooks and Donaldson - Worthy Inheritors: Le Guin and Holdstock - Children's Fantasy - Arthurian Fantasy - Magical Realism and Conclusion.
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Aladdin Books
Fullerton, CA, U.S.A.
AbeBooks seller since January 11, 2005
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Aladdin Books has been selling fine books for over 30 years. Our showroom and warehouse is located about five miles north of Disneyland in Southern California. Visitors are welcome by appointment. Our specialties are magic and allied arts and cinema and television.
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