Amazing & Extraordinary Facts: J.R.R. Tolkien

The authoritative exploration of theman behind Middle Earth.

FromTolkien's Bletchley Park connectionto the `publishing risk' of The Lordof the Rings, this latest addition tothe Amazing & Extraordinary seriesexplores J.R.R.Tolkien's inventiveness,the sources of his inspiration and thefellowship of his fan base. Brimming with strange and amusingfacts, Amazing & Extraordinary Facts:J.R.R Tolkien explores all aspects of theincredible Tolkien phenomenon. Brief, accessible and entertainingpieces on a wide variety of subjectsmakes it the perfect book to dip in to. The amazing and extraordinary factsseries presents interesting, surprisingand little-known facts and storiesabout a wide range of topics whichare guaranteed to inform, absorb andentertain in equal measure.