'Every page brings forth the elegiac tone of JRR Tolkien's work. Ostensibly it's about the landscapes that inspired Middle-Earth; but it's also, unavoidably, a history of the man and his ideas. for me this book was irresistible. It is a beautiful book, physically speaking - bound in rich textured hardback and filled with beautiful illustrations, including many wonderful pictures by Tolkien himself. Garth's book made me realise the impact that Tolkien has had on my life.'- Tom Chivers 'A fascinating, gorgeously illustrated and thought-provoking examination of the landscapes, cities and architecture that inspired Tolkien during his lifelong creation of Middle-earth. Garth, a journalist as well as a Tolkien scholar, proves an exceptional guide to Middle-earth. [A] masterful book.

'- Elizabeth Hand 'I marvel at many things - the very substantial research, the sheer number of associations and links between places and text, (unequalled in any other single book), the perceptive observations about process - about how Tolkien responded to places and changed them for his own purposes (as all artists do), and the generous inclusion of perceptions by other Tolkien specialists. I think the book really is a fine achievement, wonderfully well supported by the gallery of illustrations and notes. The picture of Lauterbrunnen made my heart ache. There's scarcely a page margin that I haven't pencil marked, and I'll certainly be revisiting the book. I've ended by learning a great deal and thoroughly enjoying myself.'- Kevin Crossley-Holland 'An extensive new study.'- Vanessa Thorpe 'Five stars. This wonderful book is a collectable must.

Packed to the covers with glorious illustrations, maps and photos old and modern, it's a scholarly work of art . Heart-warming as well as revealing, it shows there are still surprises hidden in Tolkien's books.' Jon Wise 'I just bought The Worlds of JRRT. It's magisterial and beautiful, and the book I've been waiting for since I was 9. Thank you.'- James McConnachie.