The evolution of Tolkien's mythology : a study of The history of Middle-earth /
Whittingham, Elizabeth A.
Tolkien, J. R. R.(John Ronald Reuel),1892-1973.History of Middle-earth.
Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Co.,
c2008.
"This work provides a study of Tolkien's life and influences through an analysis of The History of Middle Earth. The work begins with a brief biography and an analysis of the major influences in Tolkien's early life. Following chapters deal with elements common to Tolkien's popular works, including the cosmogony, theogony, cosmology, metaphysics, and eschatology of Middle Earth"--Provided by publisher.
"This work provides a study of Tolkien's life and influences through an analysis of The History of Middle Earth. The work begins with a brief biography and an analysis of the major influences in Tolkien's early life. Following chapters deal with elements common to Tolkien's popular works, including the cosmogony, theogony, cosmology, metaphysics, and eschatology of Middle Earth"--Provided by publisher.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 201-203) and index.
Influences in Tolkien's life -- Tolkien's mythology of creation -- Tolkien's mythology of divine beings -- The physical world of Middle-earth and of Eä -- Death and immortality among elves and men -- The last days of Middle-earth -- The final victory.
Tolkien, J. R. R. (John Ronald Reuel), 1892-1973
Tolkien, J. R. R. (John Ronald Reuel), 1892-1973
Fantasy fiction, English
Middle Earth (Imaginary place)
Mythology in literature.