There is also an introduction to Tolkien's life, with letters and artefacts from his early childhood in South Africa his school days until he was ophaned at 14 his life as a student at Oxford just before the First World War, and then his work as an academic studying medieval languages. It's a rare opportunity to see the original artwork that Tolkien designed for The Hobbit, which hasn't been on view for years, probably because they are done in watercolours so are susceptible to fading in light. Tolkien's work for his storybooks, including The Hobbit and the Lord of the Rings. “A nice addition to one's Tolkien bookshelves.Until the end of October 2018 the Bodleian Library are presenting in the Weston Library a free exhibition of J.R.R. Treasures from the Misty Mountains' - A Collector's Guide to Tolkien. 'This is a book of all things Tolkien, a feast for devoted fans and novices alike, with more than 500 colour pictures. Also presented are details of the movies - both the earlier animated Hobbit and Lord of the Rings and the upcoming Lord of the Rings trilogy from New Line Cinema. Included herein are sections devoted to Books, both by and about Tolkien Calendars Toys Collectible statues Audio recordings and so much more.

Treasures from the Misty Mountains details for you the endless collection of Tolkien-related products in addition to an accounting of all of Tolkien's writings. Tolkien and his richly imagined world of Middle-Earth. In addition to the books, there has been a staggering array of products produced related to and influenced by the writings of J.R.R. The Lord of the Rings has sold more than 100 million copies worldwide and has been translated into more than 40 languages, an accomplishment that no other work of fiction comes close to matching. In 1955 followed the grand epic Lord of the Rings trilogy, which has been called the most influential fantasy story of all time. It was in 1937 that The Hobbit first captured our hearts and stirred our imaginations. Tolkien have delighted readers of all ages. Gillam Over 200 full color pages with hundreds of color photographsįor more than 60 years the published works of J.R.R. Treasures From The Misty Mountains ISBN 9781896522760Ĭlick on item #133 in the shopping cart to buy this book.īy James H. JRR Tolkien Collectors Guide by James Gillam

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