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The Ultimate Unofficial Guide to Tolkien's World

By Antony Cummins
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The Ultimate Unofficial Guide to Tolkien's World by Antony Cummins offers an insightful exploration into the expansive universe created by J.R.R. Tolkien. It delves into the intricate details of Middle-earth, providing readers with an informative companion that enhances the understanding of Tolkien's novels. This guide is perfect for fans seeking to deepen their appreciation for the vivid settings and complex mythos of Tolkien's extraordinary literary world.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by Middle-earth and want a deeper dive into Tolkien's rich and expansive universe. It offers insights into the lore, characters, and narratives, making it perfect for avid readers of fantasy looking to enhance their understanding and appreciation of Tolkien's work.

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Tolkien's Middle Earth continues to capture the global imagination. In this accessible (but unofficial) guide, this sometimes confusing world is broken down into bite-sized sections that bring it to life for the newcomer and the fanatic alike.

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Tolkien's Middle Earth continues to capture the global imagination. In this accessible (but unofficial) guide, this sometimes confusing world is broken down into bite-sized sections that bring it to life for the newcomer and the fanatic alike.

Become an expert in Tolkien's world – the easy way! The Ultimate Unofficial Guide to Tolkien's World offers something that's never been attempted before – a single timeline, in chronological order, of all the events in Tolkien's notoriously complex books.

Why was it so shocking that Galadriel gave three strands of her golden hair to Gimli the Dwarf? Why is Sauron afraid of Aragorn's sword? Why does a Balrog lurk under a dwarven underground city and how did the seven lost Seeing Stones come into being? How did the hobbits manage to have such a peaceful life? Who were the warriors whose corpse lights hover in the Dead Marshes?

From handy lists of characters, places, weapons, and types of magic to the 150 illustrations capturing overlooked details such as armour colours, heraldic signs, and crests, this easy-to-follow guide to Middle Earth will ensure you're never baffled by alternate character names, confusing mythologies, or labyrinthine plots again.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781786787781

Publisher: Watkins Media Limited

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 10 November 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Watkins Publishing

Edition: New edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 304

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About the Author

Antony Cummins is the author of The Ultimate Art of War, The Ultimate I-Ching, The Ultimate Guide to Yin Yang and many other books. He has a special interest in Tolkien and the wider world of fantasy and its relationship to tabletop roleplaying.

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