This is a complete resource for scholars and students of Tolkien, as well as avid fans, with coverage of his life, work, dominant themes, influences, and the critical reaction to his writing. An in-depth examination of Tolkien’s entire work by a cadre of top scholars Provides up-to-date discussion and analysis of Tolkien’s scholarly and literary works, including his latest posthumous book, The Fall of Arthur, as well as addressing contemporary adaptations, including the new Hobbit films Investigates various themes across his body of work, such as mythmaking, medieval languages, nature, war, religion, and the defeat of evil Discusses the impact of his work on art, film, music, gaming, and subsequent generations of fantasy writers
Stuart D. Lee
Stuart D. Lee is a prominent scholar known for his groundbreaking research on medieval literature, particularly focusing on the works of Geoffrey Chaucer. His meticulous analysis and innovative interpretations have shed new light on Chaucer's writings, making him a leading authority in the field of medieval studies.