“The most enjoyable work on Tolkien I have read in many years” Christina Scull
Aragorn. Strider. King. Ranger. He is one of the most famous and celebrated characters in the history of popular literature. But how much do you really know about the man?
This book is a biographical study of Aragorn, covering his ancestry, pre-birth prophecies, the various stages of his life, and his death early in the Fourth Age. There is particular emphasis on the struggles he faced, both physical and mental, and on his crucial role (easily overlooked or underestimated) in bringing about the destruction of the One Ring and the downfall of Sauron. There are also discussions on his appearance and on his many names and titles. Additionally, it is a detailed examination of his interactions and relationships with his contemporaries in Middle-earth, both with individuals and races. It also considers the influence of some of his ancestors on his character and attitude.
Inhaltsverzeichnis
ABBREVIATIONS
FOREWORD by Christina Scull
PREFACE
PART ONE
BIOGRAPHY, CHARACTER AND SIGNIFICANCE
Introduction, Ancestry, Prophecies, Childhood, Adulthood Prior To Lot R, Lot R: An “Aragorn-Centric” View, The Palantír Confrontation, King Elessar, Death, Names and Titles, Appearance.
PART TWO
RELATIONSHIPS
Introduction, Elves, Dúnedain, Istari, Legolas and Gimli, Hobbits, Gondorians, Rohirrim, Ancestors, The Ring and Gollum, Miscellaneous Relationships.
CONCLUSION
APPENDICES
GENEALOGICAL TABLES
THE SILMARILLION: CHIEF NAMES AND CONCEPTS USED
BIBLIOGRAPHY
INDEX
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