Summary

"The core of Tolkien: Authors of the Century consists of three chapters that examine The Lord of the Rings as a linguistic and cultural map, as a twisted web of story, and as a response to the meaning of myth. It presents a truly unique argument to explain the nature of evil and also gives the reader a compelling insight into the complex interlacing of the many strands of the story as the narrative moves between characters, and of the unparalleled level of skill necessary to construct such a rich and complex story. The other chapters examine The Hobbit, explaining the hobbits' anachronistic relationship to the heroic world of Middle-earth, the fundamental importance of The Silmarillion to the canon of Tolkien's work, and an illuminating look at Farmer Giles, Leaf by Niggle and other lesser-known works in their connection to Tolkien's own life."--BOOK JACKET.

Notes

Includes bibliographical references (p. 329-336) and index.

Classification

• LCC: PR6039

Book Details

• Language: eng
• Physical Description: xxxv, 347 p. ; 23 cm.

Subjects

• Tolkien, J. R. R. -- (John Ronald Reuel),1892-1973 -- Criticism and interpretation
• Fantasy fiction, English -- History and criticism
• Middle Earth (Imaginary places)

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