Tolkien treasures / Catherine McIlwaine.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

McIlwaine, Catherine, author.

Contributor:

Bodleian Library, issuing body, issuing body.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Tolkien, J. R. R. (John Ronald Reuel), 1892-1973--Exhibitions.

Tolkien, J. R. R.

Tolkien, J. R. R. (John Ronald Reuel), 1892-1973.

Bodleian Libraries--Exhibitions.

Bodleian Libraries.

Authors, English--20th century--Biography--Exhibitions.

Authors, English.

Middle Earth (Imaginary place) in art--Exhibitions.

Middle Earth (Imaginary place) in art.

Genre:

Exhibition catalogs.

Biographies.

Physical Description:

144 pages : illustrations (some color), color maps ; 19 cm

Place of Publication:

Oxford : Bodleian Library, [2018].

Summary:

This lavishly illustrated book showcases the highlights of the Tolkien archives held at the Bodleian Library. 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, giving a unique insight into the life of this extraordinary writer, artist and scholar.

Contents:

Timeline

Introduction

Early years and war

Scholar and author

The Silmarillion

The Hobbit

The Lord of the Rings

Mapping Middle-earth.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (page 142) and index.

ISBN:

1851244964

9781851244966

OCLC:

1007309550