Let acclaimed Tolkien artist John Howe take you on an unforgettable journey across Middle-earth, from Bag End to Mordor, in this richly illustrated sketchbook fully of previously unseen artwork, anecdotes and meditations on Middle-earth.
This superb map will take you straight to the heart of J.R.R. Tolkien's mythical world of Middle-earth. Redrawn by artist John Howe from the original map created by Christopher Tolkien, it is beautifully decorated with scenes from The Lord of the Rings. The map shows how the geography created in such meticulous detail by J.R.R. Tolkien is central to an understanding of his books. It comes with an illustrated explanatory booklet written by Brian Sibley, creator of the highly successful radio dramatisation of The Lord of the Rings.
Featuring lavish illustrations, this guide explores the iconic locations and characters of J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth. It provides insights into their significance within the narratives of his classic novels, making it an essential companion for fans seeking to deepen their understanding of Tolkien's richly crafted world. The combination of art and informative notes offers a unique perspective on the beloved settings and figures that define this literary universe.
This title is aimed at practical artists and fans of John Howe, offering step-by-step demonstrations, sketches, and finished paintings. It covers essential subjects for aspiring fantasy artists, including materials, the creative process, and techniques for drawing and painting humans, beasts, landscapes, and architecture.
Pictura is a stunning range of black-and-white artworks to collect and colour, presented as eight panels of concertina card.
In a dazzling series of some 270 specially posed photographs, the authors recreate the fighting men of the High Middle Ages set in their 15th century environment. Noblemen and armored knights, officers and halbardiers, artillery and handgunners, archers and crossbowmen, ladies and camp-followers are placed in realistic outdoor settings and historic interiors in Britain and continental Europe. Civilian costume both male and female, and a wide range of armor and weapons, are modeled and demonstrated in use by Europe's leading "living history" groups. The illustrations are accompanied by a detailed text describing many aspects of 15th century life, researched from primary sources including little-known continental archives
Myth and Magic is a portfolio of illustrated works by award-winning artist John Howe, showcasing his breathtaking vision inspired by J.R.R. Tolkien's books. The collection includes iconic paintings, such as Smaug from The Hobbit and the famous "Gandalf" image, appealing to Tolkien fans and admirers of Howe's artistry.
Discover the breathtaking creative processes and intriguing inspirations behind the work of leading fantasy artist John Howe, in this comprehensive practical art book. Leads you step-by-step through a range of specially commissioned drawing and painting demonstrations that reveal John's renowned artistic approach in action.
The narrative follows a rugged loner and self-taught naturalist who arrived in southeastern Alaska in 1901, seeking fortune but discovering his true calling. Mastering various skills such as prospecting and trapping, he gained fame as an exceptional bear hunter. His experiences on natural history expeditions and guiding sportsmen led to a profound respect for wildlife, shifting his focus from hunting to conservation. Author Howe presents a nuanced portrayal of this extraordinary individual, capturing his wit, independence, and the duality of his character within the Alaskan wilderness.
Robespierre's defense of the French Revolution remains one of the most powerful and unnerving justifications for political violence ever written, and has extraordinary resonance in a world obsessed with terrorism and appalled by the language of its proponents. Yet today, the French Revolution is celebrated as the event which gave birth to a nation built on the principles of enlightenment. So how should a contemporary audience approach Robespierre's vindication of revolutionary terror? Zizek takes a helter-skelter route through these contradictions, marshaling all the breadth of analogy for which he is famous.
