A biography of the author of Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit describes the writer's birth in South Africa, his early years of writing, and his eventual success and fame.
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Since there doesn't seem to be another biography of Tolkien for young readers, this pedestrian venture will probably be useful. Collins presents the life in orderly fashion, dwelling at length on the Oxford philologist's childhood (he was orphaned early), then focusing on the writing and publication of his fantasy, almost to the exclusion of his academic career; his groundbreaking work and the high esteem in which it is still held are not even mentioned. Despite a chapter entitled ``A Spark Ignites,'' the fascination for language and mythology that was the source of the beloved stories isn't really conveyed here. There are b&w photos (the man, his homes, his haunts; period shots, including some from WW I), plus a great many truly dreadful drawings that seem to be intended to represent Middle Earth--a few pained-looking hobbits and a plethora of clumsily drawn orcs and goblins. Chronology; glossary; bibliography; index. (Biography. 10-14) -- Copyright ©1992, Kirkus Associates, LP. All rights reserved.
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This review is from: J. R. R. Tolkien (Just the Facts Biographies) (Paperback)
I am sitting in on a course on Tolkien, so I ordered several biographies to read in preparation. This one was a last minute addition as I was afraid that it would not be in depth enough for what I wanted. While it is short, it is easy to read and would be my choice for kids who wanted to know something about their favorite author.
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Kneel before the Lord of Fantasy!,
This review is from: J.R.R. Tolkien: Master of Fantasy (Lerner Biographies) (Library Binding)
Interesting, very intersting. If you have ever wondered what made J.R.R. Tolkien write his epic master piece, or are curious about what he was like growing up, this book is a must fo you. Of course being a biography it can be a bit dull at times, but so what that how life is boy! This book afirmed that the respect and admiration I have for J.R.R. Tolkein was not just me blowing his importance out of proportion, for he truly always has, and always will be, a master of fantasy!
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WHAT IN THE WORLD would John Ronald Reuel Tolkien have thought about the hoopla and glitz of the 2004 Academy Awards? Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
King Edward, The Lord of the Rings, Father Morgan, World War, Middle English, Ronald Tolkien, South Africa, The Silmarillion, New English Dictionary, United States, Battle of the Somme, Exeter College, Old Norse, Oxford University, Tea Club, The Book of Lost Tales, Arthur Tolkien, Aunt Bea, Christopher Tolkien, Mabel Tolkien, The Fellowship of the Ring New!
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WHAT IN THE WORLD would John Ronald Reuel Tolkien have thought about the hoopla and glitz of the 2004 Academy Awards? Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
King Edward, The Lord of the Rings, Father Morgan, World War, Middle English, Ronald Tolkien, South Africa, The Silmarillion, New English Dictionary, United States, Battle of the Somme, Exeter College, Old Norse, Oxford University, Tea Club, The Book of Lost Tales, Arthur Tolkien, Aunt Bea, Christopher Tolkien, Mabel Tolkien, The Fellowship of the Ring New!
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Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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- Lord of the Rings by J R R Tolkien on 16 pages
- The Lord of the Rings (3 Volumes) by J. R. R. Tolkien on 16 pages
- J.R.R. Tolkien Boxed Set (The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings) by J.R.R. Tolkien on 15 pages
- Fellowship of the Ring (The Lord of the Rings) (Vol 1) by J R R Tolkien on page 94, page 101, and Back Matter
- The Fellowship of the Ring Journal (The Lord of the Rings) by Cedco Publishing on page 91, page 92, and Back Matter
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