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The Fall Of Arthur
New York Times bestseller “An incomplete but highly compelling retelling . . . An action-packed, doom-haunted saga, full of vivid natural description.”—New York Times Book ReviewThe Fall of Arthur recounts in verse the last campaign of King Arthur, who, even as he stands at the threshold of Mirkwood, is summoned back to Britain by news of the treachery of Mordred. Already weakened in spirit by Guinevere’s infidelity with the now-exiled Lancelot, Arthur must rouse his knights to battle one last time against Mordred’s rebels and foreign mercenaries. Powerful, passionate, and filled with vivid imagery, this unfinished poem reveals Tolkien’s gift for storytelling at its brilliant best. Christopher Tolkien, editor, contributes three illuminating essays that explore the literary world of King Arthur, reveal the deeper meaning of the verses and the painstaking work his father applied to bring the poem to a finished form, and investigate the intriguing links between The Fall of Arthur and Tolkien’s Middle-earth.“Compelling in pace, haunted by loss, it lives up to expectations.”—Daily Beast“Erudite and beautiful.” – NPR.org
The J. R. R. Tolkien Companion and Guide: Volume 3: Reader’s Guide PART 2
Volume 2 of the most comprehensive in-depth companion to Tolkien’s life and works ever published. This volume includes a superlative day-by-day chronology of Tolkien’s life, presenting the most detailed biographical record available.The J. R. R. Tolkien Companion and Guide is a comprehensive handbook to one of the most popular authors of the twentieth century.One of two volumes comprising this definitive work, the Reader's Guide is an indispensable introduction to J. R. R. Tolkien's life, writings, and art. It includes histories and discussions of his works; analyses of the components of his vast 'Silmarillion' mythology; brief biographies of persons important in his life; accounts of places he knew; essays on topics such as Tolkien's interests and attitudes towards contemporary issues, ideas found in his works, adaptations, and invented languages; and checklists of his published works, his poetry, his pictorial art, and translations of his writings.
The J. R. R. Tolkien Companion and Guide: Volume 1: Chronology
Volume 1 of the most comprehensive in-depth companion to Tolkien’s life and works ever published, including synopses of all his writings, and a Tolkien gazetteer and who’s who. The J. R. R. Tolkien Companion and Guide is a comprehensive handbook to one of the most popular authors of the twentieth century. One of two volumes comprising this definitive work, the Chronology traces J.R.R. Tolkien's progress from his birth in South Africa in 1892, to the battlefields of France and the lecture-halls of Leeds and Oxford, to his success as the author of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, until his death in 1973. It is the most extensive biographical resource about Tolkien ever published. Thousands of details have been drawn from letters, contemporary documents in libraries and archives, and a wide variety of other published and unpublished sources. Assembled together, they form a revealing portrait of Tolkien in all his aspects: the distinguished scholar of Old and Middle English, the capable teacher and administrator, the devoted husband and father, the brilliant creator of Middle-earth.
The J. R. R. Tolkien Companion and Guide: Volume 2: Reader’s Guide PART 1
Volume 2 of the most comprehensive in-depth companion to Tolkien’s life and works ever published. This volume includes a superlative day-by-day chronology of Tolkien’s life, presenting the most detailed biographical record available.The J. R. R. Tolkien Companion and Guide is a comprehensive handbook to one of the most popular authors of the twentieth century.One of two volumes comprising this definitive work, the Reader's Guide is an indispensable introduction to J. R. R. Tolkien's life, writings, and art. It includes histories and discussions of his works; analyses of the components of his vast 'Silmarillion' mythology; brief biographies of persons important in his life; accounts of places he knew; essays on topics such as Tolkien's interests and attitudes towards contemporary issues, ideas found in his works, adaptations, and invented languages; and checklists of his published works, his poetry, his pictorial art, and translations of his writings.
I Got Caught Up In a Hero Summons, but the Other World was at Peace! (Manga) Vol. 2
Miyama Kaito has quickly adjusted to living in another world and has even managed to score himself a first in both dimensions: A date! Chro, King Hades herself, asked him out to spend time together, just the two of them. Unfortunately, their traditional date activities are interrupted when a group of rogue wyverns terrorizes the market! Their day ends on a high note in spite of the disruption, but it leaves Kaito examining his feelings for Chro and the new world around him.
Slow Life In Another World (I Wish!) (Manga) Vol. 2
Itsuki's second life has not turned out to be the relaxing faux retirement he hoped it would be, so he leaps at the chance to take a vacation with Wendy. It's Itsuki's first time experiencing a holiday celebration in his new world, and fascinating sights are all over. However, Itsuki isn't the only one who desires Wendy's time and attention. When a powerful city official makes demands, there's no one to step in...that is, unless Itsuki will! His dream of a slow and quiet life slips from his fingers again!
Dungeon Builder: The Demon King's Labyrinth is a Modern City! (Manga) Vol. 5
Procel's dungeon utopia is threatened by the greed of their neighbors, but it's up to Wight to defend them. Whether he's up against a human or a demon lord, he must use all of his tactical skills to defend the peace of their dungeon. But fierce battles bring with them bitter losses--will the price of this dungeon war be worth it in the end?
Necromance Vol. 1
In the final battle with the Demon Lord, Shibuki performs the ultimate sacrifice, dying to protect his childhood love. His only regret is not confessing before his demise. Luckily for him, it seems God has other plans for this Hero and Saint duo. Shibuki rises from the dead during his own funeral! Shibuki's new chance at life isn't all it appears, for it's no "life" at all. The Demon King laid one last curse on him during their duel, and now Shibuki is undead! To be freed from the grievous curse of undeath, he and his team must hunt down and defeat the Demon Lord once and for all! Again!
Reborn as a Barrier Master (Manga) Vol. 1
At 34 years old, Kubo Tamotsu works at an exploitative company only to wake up one day in an unfamiliar world, reincarnated into the body of a six-year-old. Not aware of his innate "Barrier Master" skills, he finds himself on the slave market, and up for auction! When no one bids on him and he's queued for disposal, he is rescued in the nick of time by Marquess Basam. He will be raised as the Marquess' personal Barrier Master under a new name, "Linus," and his talent as a Barrier Master will grow day by day. His troubles never seem to end, as he struggles to survive!
Slow Life In Another World (I Wish!) (Manga) Vol. 3
Even after "winning" Wendy in a duel, Itsuki's opponent still refuses to yield. In his anger, Dardaril throws a tantrum which destroys half the Alchemist Guild! It seems like despite Itsuki's attempts to exist quietly, his new life continues to race along!
Chillin' in Another World with Level 2 Super Cheat Powers (Manga) Vol. 2
Banaza was accidentally summoned into a strange new world. Now he wants nothing more than a simple, quiet life with his new wife--a fierce demon girl named Fenrys. Unfortunately, word of his incredible cheat-level powers gets around, and soon both the king of the nearby Klyrode and the leader of the looming Demon Army will stop at nothing to claim him as their own! Annoyed by their constant interruptions and invitations, Banaza tries to flee, but his world-breaking abilities and connection to demonkind means he will have to choose sides!