The Ring of Words

• A new and unexplored angle on the creative work of one of the world's most famous and well-loved writers
• 'Word studies' focus on Tolkien's linguistic landscape, covering over 100 coinages from 'hobbit' and 'mathom' to 'dwarf' and 'Middle Earth'
• Written by three senior editors of the Oxford English Dictionary drawing on the resources of the OED's archives
• New archival material presented for the first time
• Appealing to both Tolkien enthusiasts and language enthusiasts

Readership: Everyone interested in J. R. R. Tolkien and his writing; everyone interested in the creative use of the English language, and the writing of dictionaries.

Peter Gilliver, Oxford English Dictionary, Jeremy Marshall, Oxford English Dictionary, and Edmund Weiner, Oxford English Dictionary

"Engaging book." - Christopher Hirst, The Independent

"An intriguing exploration of Tolkien's career...which will delight the heart of 'Lord of the Rings' fans and word lovers." - Bookgasm.com

Preface
Acknowledgements
Part I: Tolkien as Lexicographer
Part II: Tolkien as Wordwright
Part III: Word Studies
Epilogue: Tolkien's influence on the English Language
Bibliography
Index

Author Peter Gilliver introduces 'The Ring of Words' in this 'Meet the Author' video