The Book of Lost Tales: Part Two

ISBN: 034537522X

Author: Tolkien, J.R.R.

Condition: New

Tolkien devotees will no doubt rejoice. . . . Christopher Tolkien shows himself to be his fathers son, delving into the question of Elvish genealogies. . . . He gives the reader histories of each characters name as it evolved in the course of Tolkiens revisions.-The New York Times Book ReviewThis fascinating second part of The Book of Lost Tales features the tales of Beren and Lúthien, Túrin and the Dragon, and the only full narratives of the Necklace of the Dwarves and the Fall of Gondolin. Essential reading for Middle-earth aficionados, each tale is followed by commentary from editor Christopher Tolkien. Also included is extensive information on the names and vocabulary in the earliest Elvish languages.The Tales will be appreciated by those who have read The Silmarillion and wish to examine how Tolkien improved his story and style from their original form, and how eventually The Lord of the Rings came to stand independently with only a few hints from the early mythology.-British Book News

• Author: j-r-r-tolkien-christopher-tolkien. | Publisher: Ballentine | Pages: 391 | Publication Date: 1992 | Edition: First Edition | Binding: Unknown Binding | MSRP: 7.99 | ISBN13: 9780345375223 | ISBN: 034537522X | Language: en | Store Location: Sci Fi | "Book cover image may be different than what appears on the actual book."