PROCEEDING OF THE TOLKIEN 2019 CONFERENCE - edited by will sherwood, forword by shaun gunner

Discover the scholarly treasures from Tolkien 2019, the landmark five-day conference celebrating The Tolkien Society's 50th anniversary. This comprehensive proceedings volume brings together sixty-one papers from leading Tolkien scholars, exploring nine major themes: Biography, Creative Practices, Mythical Traditions, Cities and Environments, Religion and Spirituality, Politics and Law, Identity, Art and Music, and Reception and Legacy. Held in Birmingham in August 2019, the conference attracted 550 attendees from over 30 countries. Beyond academic presentations, the event featured keynote addresses, author signings, coffee klatches, games, quizzes, exhibitions of Tolkien art, and evening performances including Leaf by Niggle and a special fantasy film music concert. This volume captures the breadth of knowledge and passion that defined one of the highest-attended Tolkien-specific events ever held, continuing a tradition of landmark conferences marking significant anniversaries for Tolkien's works and legacy. Edited by Will Sherwood with a foreword by Shaun Gunner, it's an essential resource for scholars, enthusiasts, and anyone seeking deeper insight into Tolkien's life, influences, and enduring impact on literature and culture.