In Tolkien's Ring, David Day shows how the Lord of the Rings is the result of an ancient story-telling tradition; and how, by drawing upon the world's primary myths and legends, J.R.R Tolkien created his own mythology for the twentieth century. J.R.R. Tolkien had a great knowledge of, and love for, world mythology when he wrote his beloved trilogy of Middle Earth. In particular, the symbol of the Ring has a rich and fascinating heritage, and this beautifully illustrated literary detective work searches down ...
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In Tolkien's Ring, David Day shows how the Lord of the Rings is the result of an ancient story-telling tradition; and how, by drawing upon the world's primary myths and legends, J.R.R Tolkien created his own mythology for the twentieth century. J.R.R. Tolkien had a great knowledge of, and love for, world mythology when he wrote his beloved trilogy of Middle Earth. In particular, the symbol of the Ring has a rich and fascinating heritage, and this beautifully illustrated literary detective work searches down Tolkien's sources and inspiration. Written authoritively by David Day, it shows how the Lord of the Rings is the result of an ancient story-telling tradition that dates back to the dawn of western cultures; and how, by drawing upon the world's primary myths and legends, J.R.R Tolkien created his own mythology for the twentieth century. Beautifully illustrated throughout by the acclaimed artist Alan Lee (creator of the illustrated Lord of the Rings), Tolkien's Ring is an extraordinary journey through the most magical and potent stories the people of our world have ever told one another.
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Add this copy of Tolkien's Ring to cart. $2.30, fair condition, Sold by Jenson Books Inc rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Logan, UT, UNITED STATES.
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This item is fairly worn, but continues to work perfectly. Signs of wear can include aesthetic issues such as scratches, dents, worn corners, bends, tears, small stains, and partial water damage. All pages and the cover are intact, but the dust cover may be missing, if applicable. Pages may include excessive notes and highlighting, but the text is not obscured or unreadable. Satisfaction Guaranteed.
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Good. There is a signature or handwriting on the inside front cover. Pages are clean! Minor shelf wear The dust jacket shows normal wear and tear. This is a ex library book, stickers and markings accordingly. Fast Shipping-Each order powers our free bookstore in Chicago and sending books to Africa!
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Fair. Shows wear such as frayed or folded edges, rips and tears, and/or worn binding. May have stickers and/or contain inscription on title page. No observed missing pages.
Add this copy of Tolkien's Ring to cart. $6.55, good condition, Sold by Orphans Treasure Box rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Champaign, IL, UNITED STATES, published 1999 by Barnes & Noble.
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Good. Size: 8x0x11; Ships quickly. Moderate shelf/reading wear. Very mildly bent due to storage. Mild bumping to corners and dust jacket. Orphans Treasure Box sells books to raise money for orphans and vulnerable kids.
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Add this copy of Tolkiens Ring to cart. $8.00, very good condition, Sold by nelsonsbooks rated 3.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Chazy, NY, UNITED STATES, published 2001 by Barnes & Noble.
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Lee, Alan. Very good in very good dust jacket. Sewn binding. Cloth over boards. 184 p. Contains: Illustrations. Audience: General/trade. clean and tight, light edge wear, gift inscription on ffep.
Book itself, contents, not really worth the purchase. However, I did not buy it for the lame writing, I bought it for the art. Alan Lee. If you are a Tolkien art fan, then buy the book; if not, skip it.
