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Raymond Chandler, a pivotal figure in mystery literature, is celebrated for his impactful works, including classics like The Big Sleep and The Long Goodbye. This detailed reference guide explores not only his unique use of language but also the intricate fictional worlds he crafted and the cultural context of his writing. As his stories continue to resonate through adaptations and scholarly analysis, this guide serves as a valuable resource for understanding Chandler's enduring legacy in the genre.

With his richly detailed world of Middle Earth and the epic tales he told around it, J.R.R. Tolkien invented the modern fantasy novel. For readers and students getting to grips with this world for the first time, J.R.R. Tolkien: A Guide for the Perplexed is an essential guide to the author's life and work. The book helps readers explore: · Tolkien's life and times · Tolkien's mythical world · The languages of Middle Earth · The major works – The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings · Posthumously published writings – from The Silmarillion to the recently discovered The Fall of Gondolin With reference to adaptations of Tolkien's work including the Peter Jackson films, notes on Tolkien's sources and surveys of key scholarly and critical writings, this is an accessible and authoritative guide to one of the 20th century's greatest and most popular writers.