Explore the extraordinary fantasy world of J. R. R. Tolkien’s Middle-earth with this beautifully crafted illustrated dictionary. This deluxe edition of David Day’s A Dictionary of Tolkien is a guide to the characters, creatures and realms of The Hobbit , The Lord of the Rings , and The Silmarillion organized from A to Z. More than a simple reference, this volume offers a chronology of J. R. R. Tolkien’s life, a concise biography, and clear explanations of his writings—providing readers with both context and insight into the legendary creator of Middle-earth and the Undying Lands. Flip through richly illustrated pages—including art original to this book—to uncover iconic terms and characters from Aglarond, the great caverns beneath Helm’s Deep, to the mysterious Black Riders, along with countless other entries that bring Tolkien’s universe to life. Presented in a deluxe hardcover edition featuring an embossed, foil stamped cover and gilded edges, this handsome book is both a practical guide and a treasured keepsake—perfect for fans, collectors, and anyone who wants to explore the language and lore of Tolkien’s timeless works. Some or all of the material in this book originally appeared in A-Z of Tolkien , A Tolkien Bestiary , and/or Tolkien: An Illustrated Encyclopedia . This work is unofficial and is not authorized by the Tolkien Estate or HarperCollins Publishers.