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The Letters of J. R. R. Tolkien

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The Letters of J. R. R. Tolkien

De: J. R. R. Tolkien, Humphrey Carpenter - editor, Christopher Tolkien - editor
Narrado por: Samuel West, Mike Grady, Chris Smith
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The comprehensive collection of letters spanning the adult life of one of the world’s greatest storytellers, now revised and expanded to include more than 150 previously unseen letters, with revealing new insights into The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion.

J.R.R. Tolkien, creator of the languages and history of Middle-earth as recorded in The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion, was one of the most prolific letter-writers of this century. Over the years he wrote a mass of letters – to his publishers, to members of his family, to friends, and to 'fans' of his books – which often reveal the inner workings of his mind, and which record the history of composition of his works and his reaction to subsequent events.

A selection from Tolkien's correspondence, collected and edited by Tolkien's official biographer, Humphrey Carpenter, and assisted by Christopher Tolkien, was published in 1981. It presented, in Tolkien's own words, a highly detailed portrait of the man in his many aspects: storyteller, scholar, Catholic, parent, friend, and observer of the world around him.

In this revised and expanded edition of The Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien, it has been possible to go back to the editors’ original typescripts and notes, restoring more than 150 letters that were excised purely to achieve what was then deemed a ‘publishable length’, and present the book as originally intended.

Enthusiasts for his writings will find much that is new, for the letters not only include fresh information about Middle-earth, such as Tolkien’s own plot summary of the entirety of The Lord of the Rings and a vision for publishing his ‘Tales of the Three Ages’, but also many insights into the man and his world. In addition, this new selection will entertain anyone who appreciates the art of letter-writing, of which J.R.R. Tolkien was a master.

©2024 J. R. R. Tolkien, Humphrey Carpenter, Christopher Tolkien, Chris Smith (P)2024 HarperCollins Publishers
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‘The closest we can get to an actual autobiography … reveals new insights into the mind of one of England’s greatest storytellers’ Telegraph

‘These revised and amplified letters are an absolute treat’ Sunday Times

‘This is a terrific book … the letters simply glow with warmth, interest and enthusiasm’ Private Eye

‘These letters provide an intriguing new glimpse into Tolkien’s life and work, allowing us to hear from one of the world’s best-loved authors in his own voice’ The National Archives

Fascinating Insights • Essential Read • Excellent Narration • Hidden Gems • Sumptuous Collection • Personal History
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Samuel West as the voice of Tolkien is perfection, and it's wonderful to have all the notes appropriately read at the end of each letter.

So Enjoyable

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Two readers, one reads the background and footnote information while the other reads the letters. Makes listening easy.
Much exposition on the philosophy of Tolkien and a little on the inspiration behind his writing. Also delves into what WWII was like for the civilians in England.
Second time listening, even better than the first.

Fantastic read

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A sumptuous collection of Tolkien’s letters. I dream of someday reading others that weren’t in this book. Hanging on every word, I found it impossible to put down.

Autobiographical Tolkien

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He was a delightful curmudgeon and I loved every minute of these letters. Exceptional narration.

For the true fan, much to be gleaned here

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I feel like I have a much clearer understanding of JRRT after this, and I learned some really interesting bits about how Middle-earth worked in his head.
It was a treat to hear how often
C.S. Lewis was mentioned in his letters.
(These two men will never know how they shaped me.)
I often wondered why JRRT didn’t finish his other stories, now I know the man was simply very busy.
The collection of letters got rather sad as his friends and family started to pass away.
Life is short, try to get important things done, look after your family.

The man, Middle-earth, & Lewis.

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I mostly listened to this to glean more details about the creation and backstory for LOTR and Arda, but got so much more. You learn so much about Tolkien as a person through these letters. Some of his letters are nearly raw booklets in and of themselves with lots of hidden gems, not only about LOTR factoids, but biblical and practical wisdom. Nearly every minute of this 30 hour book is fascinating for Tolkien enthusiasts, history buffs, LOTR/Hobbit fans, and lovers of philology. Glad it was published.

Very Insightful

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I liked how they kept referring to other letters and how they would explain who was mentioned in the previously read letter.

Wonderful love story of Tolkien and his “Luthien”

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A long expected audio version of the Letters, and from the expanded and revised version. The reader was quite excellent, and it truly felt like it was Tolkien himself narrating. Highly recommended!

Like hearing Tolkien himself speak

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A very slow start, but gethers in steam until the end. 210 has his remarks on an adaption of his work.

An amazing simpler time

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I love the letters. It felt like getting an inside look into who he was, why he did or didn’t do things. He seems very much to be a hobbit, and a true hero in his own way. I am forever grateful to know of this man, and what he gave the literary world, and I’m grateful to have listened to this collection of his letters.

His human/hobbit character is clear as glass

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