J. R. R. Tolkien: A Biography

This fascinating biography will become the reader's key to understanding the creator of the Middle-earth epic.
Humphrey Carpenter, the famous British biographer, had unprecedented access to documents and personal testimony about JRR Tolkien. Thanks to this, he managed to create an undistorted portrait of the writer and scientist, which fascinates millions of fans. This biography reveals the conditions and lifestyle of one of the most popular authors of the 20th century, giving an insight into how he created his scientific and literary masterpieces.

This book is an in-depth analysis of Tolkien's personality and work, a detailed account of his scientific and literary activities, an account of his environment and influences on him, an indispensable resource for fans of Tolkien and his world.