Most Popular Books by J. R. R. Tolkien

This highly respected anthology of medieval English literature features poetry, prose and popular tales from Arthurian legend and classical mythology. Includes notes on each extract, appendices, and an extensive glossary by J. R. R. Tolkien.

The third volume that contains the early myths and legends which led to the writing of J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic tale of war, The Silmarillion. This, the third volume of The History of Middle-earth, gives us a privileged insight into the creation of the mythology of Middle-earth, through the alliterative verse tales of two of the most crucial stories in Tolkien’s world—those of Turien and Luthien. The first of the poems is the unpublished Lay of The Children of Hurin, narrating on a grand scale the tragedy of Turin Turambar. The second is the moving Lay of Leithian, the chief source of the tale of Beren and Luthien in The Silmarillion, telling of the Quest of the Silmaril and the encounter with Morgoth in his subterranean fortress. Accompanying the poems are commentaries on the evolution of the history of the Elder Days, which was much developed during the years of the composition of the two Lays. Also included is the notable criticism in detail of the Lay of Lethian by C.S. Lewis, Tolkien''s friend and colleague, who read the poem in 1929. By assuming that this poem is actually a fragment from a past lost in history, Lewis underlined the remarkable power of its author''s imaginative talents and academic competence.

The first-ever standalone edition of one of J.R.R. Tolkien’s most important poetic dramas, that explores timely themes such as the nature of heroism and chivalry during war, featuring previously unpublished and never-before-seen texts and drafts. In 991 AD, Vikings attacked an Anglo-Saxon defense-force led by their duke, Beorhtnoth, resulting in brutal fighting along the banks of the river Blackwater, near Maldon in Essex. The attack is widely considered one of the defining conflicts of tenth-century England, due to it being immortalized in the poem, The Battle of Maldon. Written shortly after the battle, the poem now survives only as a 325-line fragment, but its value to today is incalculable, not just as a heroic tale but in vividly expressing the lost language of our ancestors and celebrating ideals of loyalty and friendship. J.R.R. Tolkien considered The Battle of Maldon “the last surviving fragment of ancient English heroic minstrelsy.” It would inspire him to compose, during the 1930s, his own dramatic verse-dialogue, The Homecoming of Beorhtnoth Beorhthelm’s Son, which imagines the aftermath of the great battle when two of Beorhtnoth’s retainers come to retrieve their duke’s body. Leading Tolkien scholar, Peter Grybauskas, presents for the very first time J.R.R. Tolkien’s own prose translation of The Battle of Maldon together with the definitive treatment of The Homecoming of Beorhtnoth and its accompanying essays; also included and never before published is Tolkien’s bravura lecture, “The Tradition of Versification in Old English,” a wide-ranging essay on the nature of poetic tradition. Illuminated with insightful notes and commentary, he has produced a definitive critical edition of these works, and argues compellingly that, Beowulf excepted, The Battle of Maldon may well have been “the Old English poem that most influenced Tolkien’s fiction,” most dramatically within the pages of The Lord of the Rings.

After 75 years, The Hobbit translated for the first time into Latin. Fascinating for Latin learners and for Tolkien fans of all ages.

The Shaping Of Middle-Earth is the fourth volume that contains the early myths and legends which led to the writing of J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic tale of war, The Silmarillion. In this fourth volume of The History of Middle-earth, the shaping of the chronological and geographical structure of the legends of Middle-earth and Valinor is spread before us. We are introduced to the hitherto unknown Ambarkanta or “Shape of the World”, the only account ever given of the nature of the imagined Universe, ccompanied by maps and diagrams of the world before and after the cataclyusms of The War of the Gods and the Downfall of Numenor. The first map of Beleriend is also reproduced and discussed. In The Annals of Valinor and The Annals of Beleriend we are shown how the chronology of the First Age was moulded: and the tale is told of Aelfwine, the Englishman who voyaged into the True West and came to Tol Eressea, Lonely Isle, where he learned the ancient history of Elves and Men.

Hobittien maailman esihistoria J.R.R. Tolkienin Taru Sormusten herrasta on 1900-luvun luetuimpia ja rakastetuimpia merkkiteoksia. Silmarillion-tarun, joka kertoo haltioiden taistelusta Melkoria vastaan, Tolkien suunnitteli luomansa fantasiamaailman esihistoriaksi. Paha Melkor on anastanut silmarilit, haltioiden kolme jalokiveä. Huikean tarinan pääteemoja ovat vallanhimon ja luovuuden välinen ristiriita sekä kaiken katoavaisuus.Silmarillion jäi viimeistelyä vaille kirjailijan kuollessa 1973, ja sen toimitti valmiiksi hänen poikansa Christopher Tolkien, keskiajan tutkija isänsä tavoin. Tuloksena on unohtumaton tarina, jonka menestys maailmalla vetää vertoja Taru Sormusten herrasta -klassikolle. John Ronald Reuel Tolkien tunnetaan nykyaikaisen fantasiakirjallisuuden isänä.

Available for the first time in one volume, this is the definitive collection of Tolkien’s five acclaimed modern classic ‘fairie’ tales in the vein of The Hobbit, fully corrected and reset for this edition.

A commemorative 75th anniversary edition of Tolkien''s classic book, including a revised introduction, a map, a copy of Tolkien''s unpublished short story which he expanded for publication, his notes for an aborted sequel, and the original first edition illustrations by Pauline Baynes.[Bokinfo].

Os exércitos do Senhor das Trevas estão a crescer e a reunir forças, à medida que a sua sombra maligna se espalha pela Terra Média. Homens, Elfos e Anões unem forças para combater Sauron e os seus aliados. Alheios ao que se passa, Frodo e Sam continuam na terra de Mordor na sua busca heroica para destruir o Anel do Poder e impedi-lo de cair nas mãos erradas. Assim termina a obra-prima de J.R.R. TOLKIEN, iniciada em A Irmandade do Anel e As Duas Torres. Esta edição inclui os apêndices, índices e mapas detalhados da Terra Média. «Um final triunfante... um grande trabalho, grandioso tanto na conceção como na execução. Uma espantosa viagem de imaginação e de força». Daily Telegraph «Um feito impressionante, único entre as obras de imaginação dos nossos tempos.» The New York Herald-Tribune

Vorbei ist es mit dem beschaulichen Leben des angesehenen Bilbo Beutlin, seit er sich auf ein Abenteuer eingelassen hat, das Hobbitvorstellungen bei weitem übersteigt. Nicht nur, daß er sich auf eine Reise von der Dauer eines Jahres begibt, er läßt sich auch vom Zwergenkönig und seinen Genossen als Meisterdieb unter Vertrag nehmen und verpflichtet sich, den Zwergen bei der Rückgewinnung ihres geraubten Schatzes zu helfen. ”Tolkien hat das Verdienst, im nüchternen 20. Jahrhundert die Welt der Drachen, Elben, Zauberer und Könige wieder transparent zu machen.“ u003eSalzburger NachrichtenThe Hobbit

"Farmer Giles of Ham: Illustrated" is a delightful tale by J.R.R. Tolkien, enriched with charming illustrations that enhance the whimsical nature of the story. Set in the fictional English countryside of Ham, the narrative follows the adventures of Farmer Giles, an unassuming and somewhat bumbling farmer who unexpectedly finds himself thrust into the role of a hero. When a fearsome dragon threatens the peaceful village of Ham, Farmer Giles must summon all of his courage and cunning to confront the monstrous beast. Armed with little more than a sword and his wits, Giles embarks on a series of comical and courageous exploits that lead him into unexpected encounters with giants, wizards, and even the king himself. As Farmer Giles''s reputation as a dragon-slayer grows, so too does the hilarity and excitement of his adventures. Along the way, Tolkien weaves a rich tapestry of humor, satire, and whimsy, poking fun at traditional fairy tale tropes while celebrating the resilience and resourcefulness of the common man. Illustrated with delightful artwork that captures the spirit of Tolkien''s storytelling, "Farmer Giles of Ham: Illustrated" offers readers a delightful journey into a world of fantasy and fun. With its endearing characters, witty dialogue, and playful narrative style, this edition is sure to enchant readers of all ages and leave them smiling from ear to ear.

Esta é a história de como um Baggins viveu uma aventura e deu por si a fazer e a dizer coisas totalmente inesperadas... Bilbo Baggins goza de uma vida confortável, calma e pouco ambiciosa. Raramente viaja mais longe do que a despensa ou a adega do seu buraco de hobbit, em Fundo-do-Saco. Mas a sua tranquilidade é perturbada quando, um dia, o feiticeiro Gandalf e uma companhia de treze anões aparecem à sua porta, para o levar numa perigosa aventura. Eles têm um plano: saquear o tesouro guardado por Smaug, O Magnífico, um dragão enorme e muito perigoso... Bilbo, embora relutante, junta-se a esta missão, desconhecendo que nesta viagem até à Montanha Solitária vai encontrar um anel mágico e uma estranha criatura conhecida como Gollum. Situado no mundo imaginário da Terra Média, O Hobbit, o prelúdio de O Senhor dos Anéis, vendeu milhões de exemplares em todo o mundo desde a sua publicação em 1937, impondo-se como um clássico intemporal e um dos livros mais adorados e influentes do século xx.

This year''s Tolkien desk diary continues in a popular tradition yet this is a very special year, for 2005 is the 50th anniversary since the first publication of The Lord of the Rings. The Tolkien Diary 2005 features 13 paintings and illustrations by J. R. R. Tolkien himself, some of these not appearing in print for many years. The paintings are based on Tolkien''s classic masterpiece, The Lord of the Rings, and provide a fascinating insight into how Tolkien himself imagined the world of Middle-earth would look. The images are accompanied by informative text which explains how they relate to the story and offers information on their content and history.

Frodo Baggins, bearer of the Ring of Power that would enable the evil Sauron to destroy all that is good in Middle-earth, takes on the task of carrying the Ring to Mount Doom to oversee its destruction. A new cover features artwork from the upcoming film adaptation of "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, " starring Elijah Wood, Sir Ian McKellen, Cate Blanchett, and Liv Tyler, scheduled for release in December. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

Tolkien''s "The Hobbit," which first appeared on the literary scene in 1937, sets the stage for the epic trilogy that Tolkien was to write in the coming years. Unabridged. 4 CDs.

Frodo the hobbit and his eight companions undertake a perilous quest to destroy the One Ring and break the power of the Dark Lord before he can overcome the peoples of Middle Earth.

La traducción de Beowulf de J.R.R. Tolkien, acabada en 1926, fue un trabajo temprano de carácter muy peculiar. Sin embargo, contiene elementos que después Tolkien usaría en sus obras de la Tierra Media, como el dragón, que presagia al Smaug de El Hobbit. A partir de la atención que Tolkien presta al detalle, se hace patente el sentido de la inmediatez y claridad de su visión. Es como si entrara en el pasado imaginado, y se irguiera junto a Beowulf y sus hombres cuando sacuden sus cotas de malla al asegurar su nave en la playa de la costa de Dinamarca, escuchara la creciente cólera de Beowulf por las provocaciones de Unferth, o mirara con asombro la terrible mano de Grendel colgada del techo de Heorot.