The Worlds of J.R.R Tolkien

A lavishly illustrated exploration of the places that inspired and shaped the work of J.R.R. Tolkien. Over 100 illustrations include Tolkien’s own paintings and drawings, contributions from other artists, archive images, maps and spectacular present-day photographs. Locations range across Britain – particularly Tolkien’s beloved West Midlands and Oxford – but also overseas. Sources are located for Hobbiton, the elven valley of Rivendell, the Glittering Caves of Helm’s Deep, and many other key spots in Middle-earth, as well as for its mountain scenery, forests, rivers, lakes and shorelands.