Tolkien’s acclaimed modern classic ‘fairie’ tale, read by Derek Jacobi. Tolkien’s acclaimed modern classic ‘fairie’ tale, read by Derek Jacobi. Smith of Wootton Major journeys to the Land of Faery thanks to the magical ingredients of the Great Cake of the Feast of Good Children. J.R.R.Tolkien (1892-1973) was a distinguished academic, though he is best known for writing The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion, plus other stories and essays. His books have been translated into over 30 languages and have sold many millions of copies worldwide. • A great work of imaginative fiction in the English language. • Ideal gift for Tolkien enthusiasts. • Welcomed by Tolkien fans of all ages. • Tolkien has a cult following, both children and adults. • Derek Jacobi is an actor of international acclaim. He is probably best known for his title roles in TVs ‘I Claudius’ and the Brother Cadfael series.
Published by: HarperCollins Publishers