(Ebook) The Illustrated World of Tolkien by David Day ISBN 9780753733806, 9781645171980, 0753733803, 1645171981

(Ebook) The Illustrated World of Tolkien by David Day ISBN 9780753733806, 9781645171980, 0753733803, 1645171981

'An enchanting reference book for everything Tolkien!'J. R. R. Tolkien’s fictional universe is as infinite as the human imagination, and the Illustrated World of Tolkien is an excellent guide to Middle-earth and the Undying Lands. Vivid descriptions of all Tolkien’s beasts, monsters, races, nations, deities, and the flora and fauna of the territory are contained herein. Full-color, stunning illustrations create an enchanting source for information on all the fantastical places and creatures that sprung from Tolkien’s mind. Special features include a detailed map, a chronology of all ages, a general index, and a special index that will refer you to Tolkien’s original works for each entry.Tolkien's works have inspired artists for generations and have given rise to myriad interpretations of the rich and magical worlds he created. The Illustrated World of Tolkien gathers together artworks and essays from expert illustrators, painters and etchers, and fascinating and scholarly writing from renowned Tolkien expert David Day, and is an exquisite reference guide for any fan of Tolkien's work, Tolkien's world and the imaginative brilliance his vision inspired. This work is unofficial and is not authorized by the Tolkien Estate or HarperCollins Publishers.tags:  fantasy | art | illustrations | classics | Tolkien |