The Hobbit and History

288 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Movie tie-in: The book will release in time for the last Hobbit movie installation, The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies (December 17, 2014).Popularity: J.R.R. Tolkien and The Hobbit are virtually household names; the bestselling book is a classic, and this book will become an essential companion book for fans. Various contributors: Each chapter is written on a specific topic (Tolkien's background, riddles, food, mythology and legends, Vikings, etc.) by a different contributor, lending historical expertise and a variety of interesting content to the book.Topic: The Hobbit and History is the first of its kind to provide inside information on Tolkien's life and his inspiration for the novel from a cultural, historical perspective of European culture.Audience: This book has wide appeal with fans of J.R.R. Tolkien, his novels, and fans of the movies (Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit).Series: This is the fifth book in the Wiley Pop Culture and History series, each book focusing on the history behind a popular literary and/or movie character (Harry Potter, Twilight, Star Wars, Star Trek). These books continue to sell well.Illustrations: contains 10 illustrations, including some of Tolkien's original sketches

• ISBN: 9781118167649
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 04.11.2014
• Größe: 228 x 151 mm
• Verlag: Turner Publishing Company
• Herausgegeben von: Nancy R Reagin, Janice Liedl