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A review by proseamongstthorns
The Battles of Tolkien by David Day
4.0
My girlfriend adores the Lord of the Rings, the entire world that Tolkien created, any book relating to him, his life and Middle Earth is immediately bought. The beautiful, soft leather-bound books written by David Day are amongst her favourite. Actually, I think it's just David Day that she adores!
The Battles of Tolkien was the first David Day book she suggested and I can see why - it's beautifully presented, complete with battle maps and artistic renderings of key characters and moments, and Day's writing is concise, interesting and educational. Never before had I realised just how many influences Tolkien drew on.
It certainly requires a deep love for the Lord of the Rings to truly appreciate this book. Or maybe just buy it because it is a beautiful book and part of a beautiful series that will look gorgeous on your bookshelf. If you're a fan of Middle-Earth then read this (and Day's entire series I'm guessing) - it succinctly summarises every text Tolkien wrote, as well as bringing in other myths and legends that have similarities.
The Battles of Tolkien was the first David Day book she suggested and I can see why - it's beautifully presented, complete with battle maps and artistic renderings of key characters and moments, and Day's writing is concise, interesting and educational. Never before had I realised just how many influences Tolkien drew on.
It certainly requires a deep love for the Lord of the Rings to truly appreciate this book. Or maybe just buy it because it is a beautiful book and part of a beautiful series that will look gorgeous on your bookshelf. If you're a fan of Middle-Earth then read this (and Day's entire series I'm guessing) - it succinctly summarises every text Tolkien wrote, as well as bringing in other myths and legends that have similarities.