A Tolkien Treasury [Hardcover]

W. H. Auden (Author), Alida Becker (Author), Tim Kirk (Author), Michael Green (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 8, 2001

For J. R. R. Tolkien lovers everywhere, here's an innovative book celebrating The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings through poems, stories, songs, and dozens of illustrations. Included are critical essays by such esteemed writers as W. H. Auden and Edmund Wilson, who explore Tolkien's imaginative world. From paintings and drawings to crossword puzzles and recipes, this is an enchanting tribute to one of the most beloved storytellers of the 20th century. More J. R. R. Tolkien titles

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

In A Tolkien Treasury: Stories, Poems and Illustrations Celebrating the Author and His World, edited by Alida Becker and illustrated by Michael Green and Tim Kirk, W.H. Auden, Edmund Wilson, Don Studebaker and others weigh in on the life and work of the master fantasy writer. Joan McClusky provides "A Short Biography" and other contributions include "A Chronology of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings" by Douglas Kendall and "The Evolution of Tolkien Fandom" by Philip Helms.

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From Library Journal

The release of a live-action feature film of the first leg of the Lord of the Rings trilogy next Christmas day is already generating a huge buzz. Plan ahead for what will most likely be a big rush on Tolkien by stocking up on volumes such as this heavily illustrated 1978 celebration of the author, which contains a large biographical section, original works by other authors inspired by Tolkien, essays, and bibliographical data. At this price, buy a few.
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 194 pages
• Publisher: Courage Books (February 8, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0762409940
• ISBN-13: 978-0762409945
• Product Dimensions: 12 x 9.3 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,823,559 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A fun little book, January 9, 2005

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Martin Andrade "Media Gurgitator" (Minnesota) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: A Tolkien Treasury (Hardcover)

There is very little value in the information held in this book, but for Tolkien fans, there's still some interesting quotes and poems to pick through. The artistic work really is spectacular. It's a good gift, it's an attractive volume that is of a high quality. I haven't tried out any of the recipes, but they look interesting enough. If anything, it's a volume that you can give to the Tolkien fan that thinks they've got it all.

5 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars W.H. Auden is not the author of this book!, November 15, 2002

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Michael D. Donovan (Springfield, Virginia United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: A Tolkien Treasury (Hardcover)

An essay of Auden's does appear in the book. It is, in fact, a hodgepodge of Tolkien related material, mostly essays (including a short biography) but also stories set in Middle Earth, songs, poems, word games, and even recipies written by other authors. It is an interseting look at Tolkien fandom. I found the black & white interior illustrations simply breathtaking the first time I saw this book. For me, it is the most important Tolkien related book not actually written by him, and the one that is most worth having. I found it at a library over ten years ago, and recently gave up hope of ever seeing it again, but here it is. Be sure to look at my "So You'd Like to Take a Trip There and Back Again through Tokien's World?" Guide.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Cute but tiny., January 14, 2008

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Gordon L. Rechcygl - See all my reviews
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This review is from: A Tolkien Treasury (Hardcover)

This book will fit in the palm of your hand. Read the discription carefully and note size. Also the book is 93 pages not 128. It looks like the big book but is not even close to the same book. It is Edited by Alida Becker, Illustrations by Michael Green, Color Illustrations by Tim Kirk. A Running Press Miniture Edition. DON'T BE FOOLED BY THE COVER!