J. R. R. Tolkien

Author of the Century

De: Tom Shippey

Narrado por: Colin Mace

Duración: 13 h y 46 m

Resumen del Editor

The definitive critical study of Tolkien’s greatest works by the respected and world renowned Tolkien scholar Professor T.A. Shippey.

Following the unprecedented and universal acclaim for The Lord of the Rings, the respected academic and world-renowned Tolkien scholar Professor Tom Shippey presents us with a fascinating and informed companion to the world of J.R.R. Tolkien, in particular focusing on The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion.

Written in a clear and accessible style, J. R. R. Tolkien: Author of the Century reveals why all of these books will be timeless, and shows how even such complex works as The Silmarillion can be read or heard enjoyably. Taking issue with the uninformed criticism that has often been levelled at Tolkien and fantasy in general, Professor Shippey offers a new approach to Tolkien, to fantasy and to the importance of language in literature, and demonstrates how his books form part of a live and continuing tradition of storytelling that can trace its roots back through Grimm's Fairy Tales to The Elder Edda and Beowulf.

©2011 Tom Shippey (P)2022 HarperCollins Publishers Limited

Reseñas de la Crítica

"Shippey's exploration of Tolkien's themes, especially the nature of evil, is superb." (Independent)

"A timely, erudite and eminently readable book." (Evening Standard)

"Shippey's research seems limitless. He writes with unusual clarity and presents his arguments well." (Sunday Times)