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Book Synopsis: J.R.R. Tolkien’s writings on the Second Age of Middle-earth, collected for the first time in one volume complete with new illustrations in watercolor and pencil by renowned artist Alan Lee.J.R.R. Tolkien famously described the Second Age of Middle-earth as a "dark age, and not very much of its history is (or need be) told." And for many years readers would need to be content with the tantalizing glimpses of it found within the pages of The Lord of the Rings and its appendices, including the forging of the Rings of Power, the building of the Barad-dûr and the rise of Sauron.It was not until Christopher Tolkien published The Silmarillion after his father’s death that a fuller story could be told. Although much of the book’s content concerned the First Age of Middle-earth, there were at its close two key works that revealed the tumultuous events concerning the rise and fall of the island of Númenor. Raised out of the Great Sea and gifted to the Men of Middle-earth as a reward for aiding the angelic Valar and the Elves in the defeat and capture of the Dark Lord Morgoth, the kingdom became a seat of influence and wealth; but as the Númenóreans’ power increased, the seed of their downfall would inevitably be sown, culminating in the Last Alliance of Elves and Men.Even greater insight into the Second Age would be revealed in subsequent publications, first in Unfinished Tales of Númenor and Middle-earth, then expanded upon in Christopher Tolkien’s magisterial twelve-volume The History of Middle-earth, in which he presented and discussed a wealth of further tales written by his father, many in draft form.Now, adhering to the timeline of "The Tale of Years" in the appendices to The Lord of the Rings, editor Brian Sibley has assembled into one comprehensive volume a new chronicle of the Second Age of Middle-earth, told substantially in the words of Tolkien from the various published texts, with new illustrations in watercolor and pencil by the doyen of Tolkien art, Alan Lee.
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Experience the untold stories of Middle-earth with The Fall of Númenor: And Other Tales from the Second Age of Middle-earth. Immerse yourself in J.R.R. Tolkien's richly detailed world like never before. This captivating book presents a collection of writings on the Second Age, gathered for the first time in one volume. With new illustrations by renowned artist Alan Lee, the journey through Middle-earth comes to life in vibrant watercolors and pencil drawings.
Discover the secrets and mysteries that lay hidden in the shadows of Middle-earth's past. For years, readers could only glimpse fragments of the Second Age within the pages of Tolkien's masterpieces. Now, delve deeper into this "dark age" and explore the forging of the Rings of Power, the rise of Sauron, and the building of the mighty fortress Barad-dûr. Christopher Tolkien's release of The Silmarillion unveiled a more complete story, shedding light on the tumultuous events surrounding the kingdom of Númenor.
Númenor, a kingdom risen from the Great Sea and entrusted to the Men of Middle-earth, became a seat of power and prosperity. But with great power comes great peril. Witness the rise and fall of this grand civilization as its destiny intertwines with the elves and the Last Alliance of Elves and Men. With the understanding garnered from subsequent publications such as Unfinished Tales of Númenor and Middle-earth and The History of Middle-earth, edited by Christopher Tolkien, this comprehensive volume brings all these intricate tales together in one place.
Now, journey through the Second Age in the company of Tolkien himself. Adhering to the precise timeline of "The Tale of Years" in the appendices of The Lord of the Rings, editor Brian Sibley has masterfully crafted this new chronicle. Immerse yourself in the words of Tolkien, beautifully presented, and enriched with Alan Lee's stunning illustrations. Don't miss out on this opportunity to experience the untold tales from the Second Age, or to add this exquisite volume to your collection.
For a limited time, you can get your hands on this remarkable book and embark on an unforgettable journey through Middle-earth's history. Order now and unlock the secrets of the Second Age!
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