Book Of Lost Tales 1

HarperCollins Publishers

Discover the origins of Middle-earth with 'The Book of Lost Tales 1,' the foundational myth and legend that birthed Tolkien's epic tales. This paperback delves into the early conceptions of Middle-earth and Valinor, weaving English legend into a narrative of a mariner's voyage to the Elves' lonely isle. It offers the first accounts of gods, elves, dwarves, Balrogs, Orcs, the Silmarils, and the Two Trees, painting a detailed picture of Tolkien's invented world. This edition complements the classic 'black cover' style of other Tolkien paperbacks. Key Features: - Explores the earliest myths and legends of Middle-earth. - Features the first tellings of key characters and lore. - Set in a narrative frame of a mariner's discovery. - Part of the 'History of Middle-earth' series. Summary: HarperCollins Publishers' 'The Book of Lost Tales 1' is a 304-page English paperback fantasy book, ISBN 9780261102224. It details the foundational myths of Middle-earth, including early stories of gods, elves, and the Silmarils, presented in the style of classic Tolkien paperbacks.