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Delve into Middle-earth, decipher the Dwarves’ alphabet and discover the heroes who dominate The Lord of the Rings with this essential guide to J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit.This wide-ranging encyclopaedia covers all the characters, places and objects included in the seminal book that first introduced the world of Middle-earth, highlighting the legendary sources from which Tolkien took inspiration.With rich illustrations of action scenes and characters, this encyclopedia has in-depth entries on such subjects as:The ArkenstoneAzog and BolDragonsElvishFaërieGirionLake-townPipes and pipe-weedThe Quest of EreborWasterlandsThe prequel to The Lord of the Rings (1954), The Hobbit (1937) is an extraordinarily rich work that first introduced us to the world of Middle-earth and sets up the fantasy world that would be built upon at greater length in Tolkien’s later books. Peter Jackson's trilogy of films based on this single work has helped to create a whole new generation of Tolkien fans.This is the quintessential read for any Tolkien fan, young or old. It also acts as a base reference for those who have newly stepped into Tolkien’s world. With a Middle-earth-age period style, this visually appealing guide can be leafed through by topic or read cover to cover.

Delve into Middle-earth, decipher the Dwarves’ alphabet and discover the heroes who dominate The Lord of the Rings with this essential guide to J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit.This wide-ranging encyclopaedia covers all the characters, places and objects included in the seminal book that first introduced the world of Middle-earth, highlighting the legendary sources from which Tolkien took inspiration.With rich illustrations of action scenes and characters, this encyclopedia has in-depth entries on such subjects as:The ArkenstoneAzog and BolDragonsElvishFaërieGirionLake-townPipes and pipe-weedThe Quest of EreborWasterlandsThe prequel to The Lord of the Rings (1954), The Hobbit (1937) is an extraordinarily rich work that first introduced us to the world of Middle-earth and sets up the fantasy world that would be built upon at greater length in Tolkien’s later books. Peter Jackson's trilogy of films based on this single work has helped to create a whole new generation of Tolkien fans.This is the quintessential read for any Tolkien fan, young or old. It also acts as a base reference for those who have newly stepped into Tolkien’s world. With a Middle-earth-age period style, this visually appealing guide can be leafed through by topic or read cover to cover.

Step beyond the familiar tales of The Lord of the Rings and journey into the Second Age with this definitive guide to Middle-earth.  Explore the rise and fall of Númenor, the forging of legendary artefacts like the Palantíri and the epic struggle against Sauron that culminated in the War of the Last Alliance. Drawing on J.R.R. Tolkien’s unfinished writings, this richly detailed volume has entries on all the characters, cultures, languages and landscapes that defined an age of grandeur and tragedy. From the proud Númenóreans to the Elves of Lindon and the Dwarves of Khazad-dûm, every entry deepens your understanding of the world that set the stage for the Third Age. Written by six leading Tolkien scholars – renowned for their acclaimed Hobbit Encyclopedia – this work combines scholarly rigour with accessible storytelling, making it an essential companion for fans, collectors and lore enthusiasts alike. Whether you’re revisiting Tolkien’s legendarium or discovering its hidden depths for the first time, this encyclopedia is your gateway to the age that shaped the Tolkien universe.