{"product_id":"the-complete-tolkien-companion-paperback","title":"The Complete Tolkien Companion - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJ. E. a. Tyler\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eKevin Reilly\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor all those who journey to Middle Earth, here is the complete guide to its lands, legends, histories, languages, and people. \u003ci\u003eThe Complete Tolkien Companion\u003c\/i\u003e explains, translates, and links every single reference--names, dates, places, facts, famous weapons, even food and drink--to be found in J. R. R. Tolkien's world, which includes not only \u003ci\u003eThe Hobbit\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Lord of the Rings\u003c\/i\u003e but also \u003ci\u003eThe Simarillion\u003c\/i\u003e and many other posthumously published works. A detailed explanation of the various Elvish writing systems, together with maps, charts, and genealogical tables, bring the remarkable genius of Tolkien and the unforgettable world and wonder of Middle Earth to life with focus and accuracy. First published in 1976, this is an indispensable accompaniment for anyone who embarks on the reading journey of a lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBritish Praise for \"The Tolkien Companion\" \u003cbr\u003e\"The quarrying Mr. Tyler has done in the books of our hero rivals the work of the dwarves in the mithril-mines of Moira.\"\u003cbr\u003e- \"Observer\" \u003cbr\u003e\"Fascinating...For every Tolkien reader it is a must.\"\u003cbr\u003e- \"Yorkshire Post\" (UK)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn author and journalist J.E.A. TYLER (1943-2006) specialized in music, historical biography, archeology, and anthropology. His other books include \u003ci\u003eThe Beatles: An Illustrated Record\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eI Hate Rock and Roll\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 736\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.4 x 8.2 x 5.4 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 02, 2012\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51772613329184,"sku":"9781250023551","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/7bbb7f180916d6f439e7ca6a96835277.webp?v=1780409515","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/the-complete-tolkien-companion-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}