The Peoples of Middle-earth by Christopher Tolkien Paperback Book

Description: The Peoples of Middle-earth by Christopher Tolkien, J.R.R. Tolkien The concluding volume of The History of Middle-earth series, which examines the Appendices to The Lord of the Rings. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The concluding volume of The History of Middle-earth series, which examines the Appendices to The Lord of the Rings. The Peoples of Middle-earth traces the evolution of the Appendices to The Lord of The Rings, which provide a comprehensive historical structure of the Second and Third Ages, including Calendars, Hobbit genealogies and the Westron language. The book concludes with two unique abandoned stories: The New Shadow, set in Gondor during the Fourth Age, and the tale of Tal-elmar, in which the coming of the dreaded Numenorean ships is seen through the eyes of men of Middle-earth in the Dark Years.With the publication of this book, the long history of J.R.R. Tolkiens creation is completed and the enigmatic state of his work can be understood. Notes Final part of the History of Middle-Earth series by J.R.R.s youngest son, containing an account of the Appendices to The Lord Of The Rings, later writings and two uncompleted stories, The New Shadow and Tal-elmar. Jacket illustration by John Howe. A major promotion will celebrate the completion of the series. Back Cover The Peoples of Middle-earth traces the evolution of the Appendices to The Lord of The Rings, which provide a comprehensive historical structure of the Second and Third Ages, including Calendars, Hobbit genealogies and the Westron language. The book concludes with two unique abandoned stories: The New Shadow, set in Gondor during the Fourth Age, and the tale of Tal-elmar, in which the coming of the dreaded Numenorean ships is seen through the eyes of men of Middle-earth in the Dark Years. With the publication of this book, the long history of J.R.R. Tolkiens creation is completed and the enigmatic state of his work can be understood. Flap The Peoples of Middle-earth traces the evolution of the Appendices to The Lord of The Rings, which provide a comprehensive historical structure of the Second and Third Ages, including Calendars, Hobbit genealogies and the Westron language. The book concludes with two unique abandoned stories: The New Shadow, set in Gondor during the Fourth Age, and the tale of Tal-elmar, in which the coming of the dreaded Numenorean ships is seen through the eyes of men of Middle-earth in the Dark Years. With the publication of this book, the long history of J.R.R. Tolkiens creation is completed and the enigmatic state of his work can be understood. 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 Christopher Tolkien shows himself to be his fathers son… Tolkien devotees will rejoiceThe New York Times Book ReviewIllustrates the development, depth and richness of J R R Tolkiens personal mythologyVector Long Description The concluding volume of The History of Middle-earth series, which examines the Appendices to The Lord of the Rings. The Peoples of Middle-earth traces the evolution of the Appendices to The Lord of The Rings, which provide a comprehensive historical structure of the Second and Third Ages, including Calendars, Hobbit genealogies and the Westron language. The book concludes with two unique abandoned stories: The New Shadow, set in Gondor during the Fourth Age, and the tale of Tal-elmar, in which the coming of the dreaded Numenorean ships is seen through the eyes of men of Middle-earth in the Dark Years. With the publication of this book, the long history of J.R.R. Tolkiens creation is completed and the enigmatic state of his work can be understood. Review Text "Asante provides an informative background reading on a scholar for whom the Kwanzaa celebration represents the tip of the iceberg in his activist and academic achievements." ( Hungarian Journal of English and American Studies , January 2011) Review Quote Christopher Tolkien shows himself to be his fathers son... Tolkien devotees will rejoice The New York Times Book Review Illustrates the development, depth and richness of J R R Tolkiens personal mythology Vector Feature * The final part of the account of the writing of the Book of the Century * Features many alternative scenes not in The Lord of the Rings * Features a fully corrected text 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 The concluding volume of The History of Middle-earth series, which examines the Appendices to The Lord of the Rings. The Peoples of Middle-earth traces the evolution of the Appendices to The Lord of The Rings, which provide a comprehensive historical structure of the Second and Third Ages, including Calendars, Hobbit genealogies and the Westron language. The book concludes with two unique abandoned stories: The New Shadow, set in Gondor during the Fourth Age, and the tale of Tal-elmar, in which the coming of the dreaded Numenorean ships is seen through the eyes of men of Middle-earth in the Dark Years. With the publication of this book, the long history of J.R.R. Tolkiens creation is completed and the enigmatic state of his work can be understood. * The final part of the account of the writing of the Book of the Century * Features many alternative scenes not in The Lord of the Rings * Features a fully corrected text 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 Details ISBN0261103482 Pages 512 Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Year 1997 ISBN-10 0261103482 ISBN-13 9780261103481 Format Paperback Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 823.912 Media Book Author J.R.R. Tolkien Edition New edition Illustrations Index Series The History of Middle-earth Publication Date 1997-08-18 UK Release Date 1997-08-18 Alternative 9780007348299 Series Number Book 12 Audience General AU Release Date 1997-10-28 NZ Release Date 2002-10-24 Imprint HarperCollins We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:160741033;

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