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Tolkien And The Study Of His Sources
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Book Synopsis Tolkien and the Study of His Sources by : Jason Fisher
Download or read book Tolkien and the Study of His Sources written by Jason Fisher and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2011-09-07 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Source criticism--analysis of a writer's source material--has emerged as one of the most popular approaches in exploring the work of J.R.R. Tolkien. Since Tolkien drew from many disparate sources, an understanding of these sources, as well as how and why he incorporated them, can enhance readers' appreciation. This set of new essays by leading Tolkien scholars describes the theory and methodology for proper source criticism and provides practical demonstrations of the approach.
Book Synopsis Tolkien and the Study of His Sources by : Jason Fisher
Download or read book Tolkien and the Study of His Sources written by Jason Fisher and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2011-07-22 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Source criticism--analysis of a writer's source material--has emerged as one of the most popular approaches in exploring the work of J.R.R. Tolkien. Since Tolkien drew from many disparate sources, an understanding of these sources, as well as how and why he incorporated them, can enhance readers' appreciation. This set of new essays by leading Tolkien scholars describes the theory and methodology for proper source criticism and provides practical demonstrations of the approach.
Book Synopsis Approaches to Teaching Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings and Other Works by : Leslie A. Donovan
Download or read book Approaches to Teaching Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings and Other Works written by Leslie A. Donovan and published by Modern Language Association. This book was released on 2015-10-01 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A philologist and medieval scholar, J. R. R. Tolkien never intended to write immensely popular literature that would challenge traditional ideas about the nature of great literature and that was worthy of study in colleges across the world. He set out only to write a good story, the kind of story he and his friends would enjoy reading. In The Hobbit and in The Lord of the Rings, Tolkien created an entire world informed by his vast knowledge of mythology, languages, and medieval literature. In the 1960s, his books unexpectedly gained cult status with a new generation of young, countercultural readers. Today, the readership for Tolkien's absorbing secondary world--filled with monsters, magic, adventure, sacrifice, and heroism--continues to grow. Part 1 of this volume, "Materials," introduces instructors to the rich array of resources available for teaching Tolkien, including editions and criticism of his fiction and scholarship, historical material on his life and times, audiovisual materials, and film adaptations of his fiction. The essays in part 2, "Approaches," help instructors introduce students to critical debates around Tolkien's work, its sources, its influence, and its connection to ecology, religion, and science. Contributors draw on interdisciplinary approaches to outline strategies for teaching Tolkien in a wide variety of classroom contexts.
Book Synopsis J.R.R. Tolkien and His Literary Resonances by : George Clark
Download or read book J.R.R. Tolkien and His Literary Resonances written by George Clark and published by Praeger. This book was released on 2000-09-30 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Analyzes Tolkien's works in relation to major literary movements from ancient times to the present day.
Book Synopsis The Road to Middle-Earth by : T. A. Shippey
Download or read book The Road to Middle-Earth written by T. A. Shippey and published by . This book was released on 1983 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Tolkien and the Invention of Myth: A Reader by : Jane Chance
Download or read book Tolkien and the Invention of Myth: A Reader written by Jane Chance and published by University Press of Kentucky. This book was released on 2005 with total page 422 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: [In this book, the] essays illuminate the crucial episodes, characters, style, language, and concpets central to Tolkien's complex world.-Dust jacket.
Book Synopsis A Dictionary of Sources of Tolkien by : David Day
Download or read book A Dictionary of Sources of Tolkien written by David Day and published by Pyramid. This book was released on 2019-10-17 with total page 383 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The spellbinding world of Middle-earth is full of beasts and battles, heroes and heroines, and the struggle between good and evil. In this dictionary of sources, Tolkien scholar and best-selling author David Day's four decades of research inform us about the lands, inhabitants, languages, geography and history of Middle-earth. This compelling encyclopedia on Tolkien's world also includes over 200 illustrations and an appendix. This work is unofficial and is not authorized by the Tolkien Estate or HarperCollins Publishers.
Book Synopsis J.R.R. Tolkien Encyclopedia by : Michael D. C. Drout
Download or read book J.R.R. Tolkien Encyclopedia written by Michael D. C. Drout and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2007 with total page 810 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A detailed work of reference and scholarship, this one volume Encyclopedia includes discussions of all the fundamental issues in Tolkien scholarship written by the leading scholars in the field. Coverage not only presents the most recent scholarship on J.R.R. Tolkien, but also introduces and explores the author and scholar's life and work within their historical and cultural contexts. Tolkien's fiction and his sources of influence are examined along with his artistic and academic achievements - including his translations of medieval texts - teaching posts, linguistic works, and the languages he created. The 550 alphabetically arranged entries fall within the following categories of topics: adaptations art and illustrations characters in Tolkien's work critical history and scholarship influence of Tolkien languages biography literary sources literature creatures and peoples of Middle-earth objects in Tolkien's work places in Tolkien's work reception of Tolkien medieval scholars scholarship by Tolkien medieval literature stylistic elements themes in Tolkien's works theological/ philosophical concepts and philosophers Tolkien's contemporary history and culture works of literature
Download or read book The Tolkienaeum written by Mark T. Hooker and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2014-06-05 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Combines both previously published and unpublished essays, to bring [Hooker's] latest essays together in one convenient volume. Many of the previously published essays have been revised and expanded.--cf. p. x.
Book Synopsis The Science of Middle-earth by : Roland Lehoucq
Download or read book The Science of Middle-earth written by Roland Lehoucq and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2021-04-06 with total page 460 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The surprising and illuminating look at how Tolkien's love of science and natural history shaped the creation of his Middle Earth, from its flora and fauna to its landscapes. The world J.R.R. Tolkien created is one of the most beloved in all of literature, and continues to capture hearts and imaginations around the world. From Oxford to ComiCon, the Middle Earth is analyzed and interpreted through a multitude of perspectives. But one essential facet of Tolkien and his Middle Earth has been overlooked: science. This great writer, creator of worlds and unforgettable character, and inventor of language was also a scientific autodidact, with an innate interest and grasp of botany, paleontologist and geologist, with additional passions for archeology and chemistry. Tolkien was an acute observer of flora and fauna and mined the minds of his scientific friends about ocean currents and volcanoes. It is these layers science that give his imaginary universe—and the creatures and characters that inhabit it—such concreteness. Within this gorgeously illustrated edition, a range of scientists—from astrophysicists to physicians, botanists to volcanologists—explore Tolkien’s novels, poems, and letters to reveal their fascinating scientific roots. A rewarding combination of literary exploration and scientific discovery, The Science of Middle Earth reveals the hidden meaning of the Ring’s corruption, why Hobbits have big feet, the origins of the Dwarves, the animals which inspired the dragons, and even whether or not an Ent is possible. Enhanced by superb original drawings, this transportive work will delight both Tolkien fans and science lovers and inspire us to view both Middle Earth—and our own world—with fresh eyes.
Download or read book The World of Tolkien written by David Day and published by Chartwell Books. This book was released on 2013-01-14 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The World of Tolkien draws out the anthologies within The Lord of the Rings that render this epic a timeless mythology for the modern age. This book reveals the vast array of mythological, historical, literary, linguistic, and creative sources that the writer drew upon to create his absorbing, ever popular world. This is a comprehensive guide, perfect for Middle-earth novices and super fans, to uncovering the "real world" inspiration behind the gods and Demi gods, races of men, elves and dwarves, wizards and hobbits, creatures and monsters, cities, geography, battles, and major events in the history of Middle-earth. Tolkein was inspired by a huge body of national mythologies in creating his world. Numerous fairy tales and legends are echoed in the narrative, while many locations are based on real cities and places. For example, did you know that: "Bag End" was the name used locally for Tolkien's Aunt Jane's Worcestershire far. Orcs share many of their characteristics with the repulsive mythical Chinese creatures known as "kouei" The wizard Gandalf was partly inspired by the Norse god Odin. Stunningly illustrated with 100 color and black and white illustrations, this is essential reading for Tolkien enthusiasts of all generations.
Book Synopsis Tolkien and the Classical World by : Hamish Williams
Download or read book Tolkien and the Classical World written by Hamish Williams and published by . This book was released on 2021-01-16 with total page 458 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: While scholars have often cited the influence of medieval texts and society on J.R.R. Tolkien's seminal fantasy creations, the role of the classical world - the literature and thought of ancient Greece and Rome - has received far less attention. This volume of essays explores various ways in which Tolkien's literary creations were shaped by classical epic, myth, poetry, history, philosophy, drama, and language. In making such connections, the contributors to this volume are interested not simply in source-hunting but in how a reception of the classical world can shape the meaning we derive from Tolkien's masterworks. The contributions to this volume by Philip Burton, Lukasz Neubauer, Giuseppe Pezzini, Benjamin Eldon Stevens, Graham Shipley, and several other scholars should pave the way for further discussions between classical studies and fantasy studies.
Book Synopsis A Tolkienian Mathomium by : Mark T. Hooker
Download or read book A Tolkienian Mathomium written by Mark T. Hooker and published by . This book was released on 2008-07-01 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This monograph is a collection of analytic articles on J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings" and "The Hobbit," written by Tolkien scholar and Comparative Translationist Mark T. Hooker, most famous, perhaps, for his application of Comparative Translation to the study of Tolkien in his book "Tolkien Through Russian Eyes". All of the articles in the book have been reviewed and revised to take into consideration the materials newly made available in "The Lord of the Rings: A Reader's Companion.""Beyond Bree" says that there is "something here for everyone with even a passing interest in Tolkien. All of the articles are well researched, insightful, and highly informative.""Amon Hen" (September 2006) says: "Highly recommendable.""Tolkien Studies" (No. 4) says: a "pleasantly eccentric volume" . . . "Hooker has a wide variety of things to say that have not been heard before."Includes bibliographic references and index. B&W illustrations.
Download or read book Tolkien Studies written by and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The Hobbitonian Anthology by : Mark T. Hooker
Download or read book The Hobbitonian Anthology written by Mark T. Hooker and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a second volume of articles by Mark T. Hooker that picks up where A Tolkienian Mathomium left off. Hooker's analysis is from a linguistic perspective similar to Tolkien's. "If you liked the last one, you're going to like this one," says the Foreword. Beyond Bree and Hither Shore said that there is "something [in A Tolkienian Mathomium] for everyone with even a passing interest in Tolkien. All of the articles are well researched, insightful, and highly informative." Tolkien Studies said that it is a "pleasantly eccentric volume ... Hooker has a wide variety of things to say that have not been heard before." Tolkien Collector's Guide said A Tolkienian Mathomium "is one of the most unique sets of essays on Tolkien I have read in the past 10 years." An early review by The Lord of the Rings Fanatics Plaza of the analysis of the origin of the name Tom Bombadil appearing in The Hobbitonian Anthology ranks it as "the best explanation yet of how the name Tom Bombadil came into being."
Book Synopsis The Fall of Arthur by : John Ronald Reuel Tolkien
Download or read book The Fall of Arthur written by John Ronald Reuel Tolkien and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 2013 with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents the legend of King Arthur in an epic, but unfinished, poem written in Old English alliterative meter.
Book Synopsis Sanctified Vision by : John J. O’Keefe
Download or read book Sanctified Vision written by John J. O’Keefe and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2005-05-04 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examines early Christian interpretation of the Bible from various perspectives.
