Christopher Tolkien Volgorde van de boeken (chronologisch)

J.R.R. Tolkiens ganz persönlicher Kampf gegen die Zerstörung der Umwelt Mit Originalillustrationen von J.R.R. Tolkien Nahe der alten Stadt Bovadium erfand einst ein Daemon die Motores. Die begeisterten Menschen wurden bald zu ihren Sklaven. Mit diesem Buch beweist Tolkien, dass er erfasste, was die Menschen erst später begriffen: die Katastrophe, die mit der Automobilisierung von Städten auf uns zurollte. Anfang der 1950er Jahre tobte in Oxford eine Kontroverse, und mitten drin J.R.R. Tolkien. Die nahe gelegenen Morris-Automobilwerke hatten den Verkehr ins Unerträgliche ansteigen lassen, und neue Straßen drohten, den Charakter der Universitätsstadt zu zerstören. Als Reaktion darauf verfasste Tolkien eine satirische Fantasy-Geschichte – Die Bovadium Fragmente –, die erzählen, wie schreckliche Maschinen die Stadt erobern. Und die Motores verstopfen die Straßen mit Lärm und Gestank, bis alles Leben zum Stillstand kommt. Hier zeigt sich Tolkien von seiner ironischen, gelehrten und doch auch tragischen Seite. Die von Christopher Tolkien edierte Ausgabe aus Tolkiens Nachlass ist mit Bildern von seiner Hand, zeitgenössischen Fotos und Plänen versehen. Sie enthält einen exclusiven Essay von Richard Ovenden, dem Direktor der Bodleian Library, zur Geschichte Oxfords in der ersten Hälfte des 20. Jahrhunderts.

In the Tale of The Fall of Gondolin are two of the greatest powers in the world. There is Morgoth of the uttermost evil, unseen in this story but ruling over a vast military power from his fortress of Angband. Deeply opposed to Morgoth is Ulmo, second in might only to Manwë, chief of the Valar.

J.R.R. Tolkien dichtete selbst den ehernen Stoff der Edda und des Wölsungenlieds für unsere Zeit neu. Lesen Sie, wie Sigurd den fürchterlichen Drachen Fáfnir tötet. Wie er die schlafende Brynhild erweckt aus einem Feuerwall. Und wie am Hof der Nibelungen grosse Liebe entbrannte und auch grosser Hass.

Het verhaal van de schepping van de wereld en van de Eerste Era, de oude dramas waarop de personages in de Lord of the Rings terugkijken en waaraan een aantal van hen, zoals Elrond en Galadriel, deelnamen. De drie Silmarillen waren juwelen gemaakt door Fëanor, de talentrijkste Elf. Ze bevatten het Licht van de twee bomen van Valinor welke vernietigd werden door Morgoth, de Donkere Vorst. Daarna leefde het onbezoedelde Licht van Valinor enkel nog in deze Silmarillen, maar ze vielen in de handen van Morgoth die ze in zijn kroon zette, kroon die werd bewaakt in de onneembare vesting van Angband in het noorden van Midden-aarde. De Silmarillion is de geschiedenis van de opstand van Fëanor en zijn familie tegen de goden, hun verbanning uit Valinor en terugkeer naar Midden-aarde, en hun oorlog - hopeloos, ondanks al hun heldhaftigheid - tegen de grote vijand.

Tales told through the ages of quests and curses, enduring love and immeasurable tragedy “The power of Tolkien’s central characters—tragic, cursed Túrin; the lovers Beren and Lúthien—shines through.”—Library Journal Gathering together two of the most crucial stories in Tolkien’s world—those of Túrin, a hero living under a ruinous family curse, and Lúthien, an elven princess whose love for a mortal man is mirrored ages later in Arwen and Aragorn—The Lays of Beleriand sheds light on the creation of the mythology of Middle-earth. Journey through darkness with Túrin Turambar as he searches for his long-missing father in The Lay of the Children of Húrin, and join Beren and Lúthien on their quest to cut a Silmaril from Morgoth’s crown in The Lay of Leithian. Both narratives appear here in alliterative verse and are accompanied by Christopher Tolkien’s commentary on the evolution of the history of the Elder Days. Also included is critical analysis by C. S. Lewis of The Lay of Leithian.

* Ein heimliches Laster* Über Märchen* Beowulf: Die Ungeheuer und ihre Kritiker

The Book of Lost Tales marks J.R.R. Tolkien's first major imaginative work, initiated in 1916-1917 at the age of twenty-five and left incomplete years later. It represents the foundation of Middle-earth and Valinor, serving as the initial form of the myths that would evolve into The Silmarillion. Set against a backdrop of English legend, the narrative follows a mariner named Eriel (or AElfwine) on a westward voyage to Tol Eressea, the Lonely Isle of the Elves, where he discovers their true history, the Lost Tales of Elfinesse. Within these tales are the earliest accounts of Gods, Elves, Dwarves, Balrogs, and Orcs, alongside the Silmarils and the Two Trees of Valinor, and the geography of this invented world. This work will be published in two volumes; the first includes the Tales of Valinor, while the second will feature stories like Beren and Luthien, Turin and the Dragon, the Necklace of the Dwarves, and the Fall of Gondolin. Each tale is accompanied by commentary and associated poems, with extensive information on names and early Elvish languages. Further volumes are planned to expand the history of Middle-earth, including additional writings, annals, maps, and more.

Scholars and fans of the mythologist will find a wealth of information in Humphrey Carpenter's collection of Tolkien's letters. A prolific letter writer, Tolkien's extensive correspondence would challenge even the most dedicated archivist. With the help of his son Christopher, Carpenter curates a selection that illuminates Tolkien's academic and literary insights, as well as his personal life, showcasing him as a loving husband, playful friend, and devoted father. The most intriguing letters delve into Middle-Earth, where Tolkien shares detailed discussions about his creations with friends, publishers, and fans. These correspondences provide significant insights into his creative process, illustrating how he developed the peoples and languages of his world. For instance, Tolkien reflects on the organic nature of his storytelling, noting that he often felt as though the narrative wrote itself. This new edition features an extensive index and introductory blurbs for each letter, explaining the context and correspondents involved. To fully appreciate these letters and their significance in Tolkien's life, it is recommended to also acquire the companion volume, which offers deeper insights into his relationships and the context surrounding his correspondence.

An extraordinary discovery is waiting for you on these pages. Mythic lore and forgotten legends unearthed by Christopher Tolkien from his father's archives unveil never-before-told stories of the three ages of ancient Middle-earth.