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A Basic Multi-Media Collection By and About J.R.R. Tolkien

Document Type

Article

Keywords

Biodata, Literary criticism

Journal/Book/Conference Title

Collection Building

Volume

30

Issue

2

First Page

98

Last Page

102

Abstract

Purpose: This paper seeks to recommend a basic core collection of works by and about J.R.R. Tolkien for libraries by grade level. Design/methodology/approach: The author draws on her experience as a Tolkien scholar and editor of one of the major journals in the field. Findings: A basic collection should include some works beyond the well-known Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, and The Silmarillion. Practical implications: The paper provides an ideal list for the library seeking to prepare for interest generated by the new Hobbit movie currently in production. Originality/value: While there are other bibliographies on Tolkien available, particularly on fan and society web sites, this one is arranged by grade level and includes audio-visual materials and recent scholarly and reference works, and is designed for library rather than personal use. © Emerald Group Publishing Limited.

Department

Rod Library

Original Publication Date

4-1-2011

DOI of published version

10.1108/01604951111127470

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