Synopsis
The Hobbit Companion delves into the origin and evolution of these hairy-footed creatures and allows the reader an insight into their world, including their homes, their habits, and their battles. '
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Review
Day's enthusiasm is infectious, and he concisely retells the myths he examines with some verve. --SFX Magazine on Tolkien's Ring
This is lavishly illustrated, and a genuinely pleasant read for the novice to the Hobbit lore, as well as seasoned fans. --http://www.monstersandcritics.com/
A veritable who's who of Middle-earth, the text pieces are complemented by the beautifully rendered watercolor illustrations. This is The Hobbit seen in a whole new light. --http://bamcc-bam.blogspot.co.uk/
Intriguing to the uninitiated and enchanting to the Tolkien enthusiast, this companion can only enhance one's enjoyment of his dark, mysterious world. --http://www.bookgasm.com/
This is lavishly illustrated, and a genuinely pleasant read for the novice to the Hobbit lore, as well as seasoned fans. --http://www.monstersandcritics.com
About the Author
David Day is a poet and author who has published 40 books. He has also been a magazine editor, a columnist for the Daily Mail and Punch. His books have won numerous literary awards and have sold over 4 million copies and have been translated into twenty languages. Lidia Postma (Dutch) is a highly regarded illustrator throughout Europe, America and the UK of both childrens and adults fantasy books.
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Hardcover. Condition: VG+. No Jacket. Lidia Postma (illustrator). 1st. Of all Tolkien's mystical character the Hobbits have become the most famous and this "companion" brings them into very sharp focus through the words of David Day and the exquisite art representations of Lidia Postma. The traits, personalities, the individuals, locations, structures and wierd creatures of there world are described and illustrated in this magical book of 20 chapters, including a description of how Tolkien "discovered" the Hobbits. 92 pages, with colour, b/w art work throughout. including a four page foldout. Colour art padded covers are VG+, text block excellent, no inscriptions. A lovely book for the Tolkien enthusiast. Seller Inventory # 002799
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Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. No Jacket. Lidia Postma (illustrator). 1st Edition. Size 315mmX235mm. Exploring the brilliant web of verbal hocus-pocus that J. R. R. Tolkien delightedly spun in THE HOBBIT and THE LORD OF THE RINGS, master hobbit investigator David Day reveals the myriad crafty puns and riddles, hidden meanings, and mythical associations beneath the saga's thrilling surface. Intriguing to the uninitiated, enchanting to the Tolkien enthusiast, The HOBBIT Companion can only enhance our enjoyment of his dark, mysterious work. Seller Inventory # 000188
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