Humphrey Carpenter
J. R. R. Tolkien: A Biography
- ISBN 13:
- 9780008207779
- author:
- Humphrey Carpenter
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- HarperCollins (20 Oct. 2016)
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 384
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 2.6 x 13 cm
- Genre:
- Biographies & True Stories
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
First published in 1977, this is the only biography of J.R.R. Tolkien written by an author who knew him personally. Humphrey Carpenter's in-depth exploration of Tolkien's life and work offers a unique insight into the creation of The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion.
Born in 1892, Tolkien's life was marked by hardship and tragedy, including the loss of friends in the First World War. Yet, it was during this time that he began to write, and his life was forever changed. Carpenter draws on Tolkien's papers, as well as interviews with his friends and family, to tell the story of Tolkien's journey from academic scholar to world-renowned author.
This biography provides a wealth of information about Tolkien's life and work, and is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in understanding the man behind the books.
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