The Magical Worlds of the "Lord of the Rings": An Unauthorised Guide - A Treasury of Myths, Legends and Fascinating Facts

by David Colbert

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A guide to J.R.R. Tolkien's "Lord of the Rings" books, including "The Hobbit". The book is written in a question-and-answer format which lets the reader discover the ancient myths, legends and events that fired Tolkien's imagination and led to him creating his fantastical world. Why do hobbits live in holes? Who and what inspired Gandalf? Why are Tolkien's elves tall? These and many other questions are explored.
  • ISBN10 0141315741
  • ISBN13 9780141315744
  • Publish Date 1 August 2002
  • Publish Status Out of Print
  • Out of Print 20 March 2006
  • Publish Country GB
  • Imprint Puffin Books
  • Format Paperback (B-Format (198x129 mm))
  • Pages 224
  • Language English