J.R.R. Tolkien: Artist and Illustrator

Name: J.R.R. Tolkien: Artist and Illustrator
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ISBN: 9780618083619

By: Wayne G. Hammond, Christina Scull

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt / 1995 / Paperback

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J.R.R. Tolkien: Artist & Illustrator explores Tolkien's art at length, from his childhood paintings and drawings to his final sketches. At its heart are his illustrations for his books, especially his tales of Middle-earth. Also examined are the pictures Tolkien made for his children, his expressive calligraphy, his love of decoration, and his contribution to the typography and design of his books. With 200 reproductions, many in full color, this lavishly-produced book offers a perfect opportunity for anyone wishing to discover a largely unexplored aspect of J.R.R. Tolkien's character.

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Title: J.R.R. Tolkien: Artist and Illustrator
By: Wayne G. Hammond, Christina Scull
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 207
Vendor: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Publication Date: 1995

Dimensions: 11 X 8 1/2 X 1/2 (inches)
Weight: 1 pound 14 ounces
ISBN: 0618083618
ISBN-13: 9780618083619
Stock No: WW83618

Publisher's Description

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J.R.R. Tolkien (1892-1973) renowned author of THE HOBBIT, THE LORD OF THE RINGS and THE SILMARILLION, was an artist in pictures as well as in words. Though he often remarked that he had no talent for drawing, his art has charmed his readers and has been exhibited to large and appreciative audiences the world over. In fact, his talent was far more than he admitted, and his sense of design was natural and keen.
J.R.R. TOLKIEN: ARTIST & ILLUSTRATOR explores Tolkien's art at length, from his childhood paintings and drawings to his final sketches. At its heart are his illustrations for his books, especially his tales of Middle-earth. Also examined are the pictures Tolkien made for his children, his expressive calligraphy, his love of decoration, and his contributions to the typography and design of his books.
With 200 reproductions, many in full colour, this lavishly-produced book offers a perfect opportunity for anyone wishing to discover a largely unexplored aspect of J.R.R. Tolkien's character.

Author Bio

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J.R.R. Tolkien (1892–1973) was a distinguished academic, though he is best known for writing The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, and The Silmarillion, plus other stories and essays. His books have been translated into over sixty languages and have sold many millions of copies worldwide.

WAYNE G. HAMMOND is a leading expert on Tolkien and coauthor of the acclaimed The Art of The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien, J.R.R. Tolkien: Artist and Illustrator,The Lord of the Rings: A Reader's Companion, and The J.R.R. Tolkien Companion and Guide with Christina Scull.