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The Adventures of Tom Bombadil

By J. R. R. Tolkien
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In The Adventures of Tom Bombadil by J. R. R. Tolkien, readers delve into a collection of whimsical poems set in Middle-earth. Each poem features characters and adventures, offering a creative glimpse into the fantasy world beyond the main tales. With Tom Bombadil himself as a central figure, the book blends humour and lore in a delightful, magical exploration.
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If you delight in exploring the enchanting world of Middle-earth through whimsical poetry and fantasy, this book may appeal to you. It's perfect for fans of Tolkien who enjoy charming tales filled with imaginative creatures and colourful adventures.

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The Adventures of Tom Bombadil

This revised and expanded edition of Tolkien’s own Hobbit-inspired poetry includes previously unpublished poems and notes, and is beautifully illustrated by Narnia artist Pauline Baynes.

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This revised and expanded edition of Tolkien’s own Hobbit-inspired poetry includes previously unpublished poems and notes, and is beautifully illustrated by Narnia artist Pauline Baynes.

Here is something that no devotee of the Hobbit epic can afford to miss, while awaiting a further instalment of the history of these fascinating people – a selection [of verses] offered as an ‘interim report’ to those interested in Hobbit-lore, and to any others who may find amusement in this mixed bag of old confections.

One of the most intriguing characters in The Lord of the Rings, the amusing and enigmatic Tom Bombadil, also appears in verses said to have been written by Hobbits and preserved in the ‘Red Book’ with stories of Bilbo and Frodo Baggins and their friends. The Adventures of Tom Bombadil collects these and other poems, mainly concerned with legends and jests of the Shire at the end of the Third Age.

This special edition has been expanded to include earlier versions of some of Tolkien’s poems, a fragment of a prose story with Tom Bombadil, and comprehensive notes by acclaimed Tolkien scholars Christina Scull and Wayne G. Hammond.

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The Adventures of Tom Bombadil showcases J. R. R. Tolkien's remarkable ability in crafting songs, riddles, and ballads, drawing attention to his exceptional skill and near-genius talent in poetic expression.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780007557271

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 09 October 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Edition: Pocket edition

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Pauline Baynes
  • Edited by Christina Scull
  • Edited by Wayne G. Hammond
  • Illustrated by Pauline Baynes
  • Illustrated by Pauline Baynes
  • Edited by Christina Scull
  • Edited by Wayne G. Hammond

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 116.0mm

Height: 157.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 304

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About the Author

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.

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