Critical explorations in science fiction and fantasy ;
Volume Designation
7
INTERNAL BIBLIOGRAPHIES/INDEXES NOTE
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Includes bibliographical references (pages 201-203) and index.
CONTENTS NOTE
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Influences in Tolkien's life -- Tolkien's mythology of creation -- Tolkien's mythology of divine beings -- The physical world of Middle-earth and of Eä -- Death and immortality among elves and men -- The last days of Middle-earth -- The final victory.
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SUMMARY OR ABSTRACT
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"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.
OTHER EDITION IN ANOTHER MEDIUM
Title
Evolution of Tolkien's mythology.
PERSONAL NAME USED AS SUBJECT
Tolkien, J. R. R., (John Ronald Reuel),1892-1973-- Criticism and interpretation.
Tolkien, J. R. R., (John Ronald Reuel),1892-1973-- Knowledge-- Mythology.
Tolkien, J. R. R., (John Ronald Reuel),1892-1973., History of Middle-earth.