The Complete Guide to Middle-earth: Tolkien's World from A to Z
- ISBN-10
- 0345465296
- ISBN-13
- 9780345465290
- Series
- The Complete Guide to Middle-Earth
- Category
- Literary Criticism / Reference
- Pages
- 569
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2003
- Publisher
- Ballantine Books
- Author
- Robert Foster
Description
For the millions who have already ventured to Middle-earth, and for the countless others who have yet to embark on the journey–here is the one indispensable A-to-Z guide that brings Tolkien’s universe to life.
EVERY CHARACTER
From Adaldrida Brandybuck to Zaragamba–every Hobbit, Elf, Dwarf, Man, Orc, or other resident of Middle-earth is vividly described and accurately located in proper place and time.
EVERY PLACE
Colorfully detailed descriptions of geographical entries allow you to pick up the action anywhere in Middle-earth and follow it through all five volumes.
EVERY THING
From stars and streams to food and flora, everything found in Middle-earth is alphabetically listed and, when necessary, cross-referenced.
HERE IS TRULY A MASTER KEY
TO TOLKIEN’S MIDDLE-EARTH
From the Trade Paperback edition.
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