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Tolkien: Treasures

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From J.R.R. Tolkien's childhood in the Midlands and his First World War experiences to his academic years and artistic creations, this book explores the extraordinary writer's life. It showcases his exquisite illustrations for The Silmarillion, The Hobbit, and The Lord of the Rings, alongside the intricate maps detailing the geography of Middle-earth, offering a unique insight into Tolkien's creative imagination.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This book is ideal for fans of J.R.R. Tolkien’s literary and artistic work, readers interested in Arts & Culture, and those seeking gifts for enthusiasts of Middle-earth and fantasy literature.

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This lavishly illustrated book showcases the highlights of the Tolkien archives held at the Bodleian Library. This stunning book is a perfect introduction to Tolkien's creative imagination, giving a unique insight into the life of this extraordinary writer, artist and scholar.

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From J.R.R. Tolkien's childhood in the Midlands and his experience of the First World War to his studies at school and university; his exquisite illustrations for The Silmarillion, The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings and his creation of intricate and beautiful maps showing the topography of Middle-earth - the land he invented - this stunning book is a perfect introduction to Tolkien's creative imagination. It provides a unique insight into the life of this extraordinary writer, artist, and scholar.

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Nancy Martsch of Beyond Bree praises it as "probably the finest reproduction of Tolkien's art (and maps), published to date," highlighting the true colour illustrations and detailed enlargements. The British Fantasy Society calls it "a work of true beauty" and a must-buy gift for any Tolkien enthusiast, noting its exceptional value for money.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781851244966

Publisher: Bodleian Library

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 August 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bodleian Library

Illustration: 100 Illustrations, color

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 196.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 472g

Pages: 144

About the Author

Catherine McIlwaine is the Tolkien Archivist at The Bodleian Libraries, University of Oxford.

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