The Book Of Lost Tales

by J.R.R. Tolkien

First published 1983

Before Frodo and the Fellowship, Tolkien penned a treasury of lost tales from the dawn of Middle-earth. Delve into the hidden histories of Elves, Dwarves, and Men as they face ancient evils, discover long-lost magic, and shape the world as we know it. At the heart of these tales lies the eternal struggle between light and dark, and the enduring power of hope in the face of overwhelming darkness.

Genres: mythology, fantasy, epic-fantasy, historical-fantasy

Vibes: atmospheric, lyrical, thought-provoking

Tropes: epic-journey, found-family, good-vs-evil

Setting: Middle-earth

Period: Dawn

304 pages · Paperback · William Morrow Paperbacks

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