Publisher description for Myth maker : J.R.R. Tolkien / Anne E. Neimark ; illustrated by Brad Weinman.
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A philologist of world renown, a professor at Oxford, and the author of academic treatises, J. R. R. Tolkien was far more than a fantasy book writer. His lifelong fascination with medieval texts and languages gave him a unique vision and endless inspiration for his tales. His broad interests made possible his creation of faery worlds and entire races of beings, as well as the languages, cultures, and characters that make his books as engaging today as they were fifty years ago. This clear and thoroughly researched biography of the creator of The Hobbit is accompanied by magical illustrations that recall the mystery of Tolkien’s imaginary worlds.
Library of Congress subject headings for this publication: Tolkien, J, R, R, (John Ronald Reuel), 1892-1973 Juvenile literature, Authors, English 20th century Biography Juvenile literature, Fantasy literature Authorship Juvenile literature, Middle Earth (Imaginary place) Juvenile literature, Tolkien, J, R, R, (John Ronald Reuel), 1892-1973, Authors, English