This is a complete resource for scholars and students of
Tolkien, as well as avid fans, with coverage of his life, work,
dominant themes, influences, and the critical reaction to his
writing.
An in-depth examination of Tolkien?s entire work by a
cadre of top scholars
Provides up-to-date discussion and analysis of Tolkien?s
scholarly and literary works, including his latest posthumous book,
The Fall of Arthur, as well as addressing contemporary
adaptations, including the new Hobbit films
Investigates various themes across his body of work, such as
mythmaking, medieval languages, nature, war, religion, and the
defeat of evil
Discusses the impact of his work on art, film, music, gaming,
and subsequent generations of fantasy writers
