The evolution of Tolkien's mythology : a study of The history of Middle-earth /

"This work provides a study of Tolkien's life and influences through an analysis of The History of Middle Earth. The work begins with a brief biography and an analysis of the major influences in Tolkien's early life. Following chapters deal with elements common to Tolkien's popul...

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Main Author: Whittingham, Elizabeth A.
Other Authors: Tolkien, Christopher
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Co., [2008]
Series:Critical explorations in science fiction and fantasy ; 7.
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Summary:"This work provides a study of Tolkien's life and influences through an analysis of The History of Middle Earth. The work begins with a brief biography and an analysis of the major influences in Tolkien's early life. Following chapters deal with elements common to Tolkien's popular works, including the cosmogony, theogony, cosmology, metaphysics, and eschatology of Middle Earth"--Provided by publisher.
Physical Description:xi, 220 pages ; 23 cm.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references (pages 201-203) and index.
ISBN:9780786432813 (softcover : alk. paper)
0786432810 (softcover : alk. paper)