The Complete Tolkien Companion

For all those who journey to J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth, here is a comprehensive guide to its lands, legends, histories, languages, and people. The Tolkien Companion explains, translates, and links every reference—names, dates, places, facts, weapons, and even food and drink—found in Tolkien's works, including The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, The Silmarillion, and other posthumous publications. It features explanations of Elvish scripts, maps, charts, and genealogical tables, making Tolkien's world accessible and engaging for fans. Presented alphabetically for quick reference, this edition was first published in 1976 and has been fully revised and updated for Tolkien enthusiasts.