The Ring of Words: Tolkien and the Oxford English Dictionary

The Ring Of Words Offers A Unique Perspective On The Relationship Between J.r.r. Tolkien's Early Professional Involvement In The Compilation Of The Oxford English Dictionary And The Linguistic Creativity That Is So Amply Demonstrated In The Broad Spectrum Of His Subsequent Works. Peter Gilliver, Jeremy Marshall, And Edmund Weiner Set The Scene With A Detailed Description Of Tolkien's Own Contribution To The Dictionary Project Before Going On To Explore His Skills As A Craftsman With Words. Then, Through Individual Word Studies Which Will Intrigue And Enlighten All Sections Of Tolkien's Worldwide Audience, They Examine - In Considerable Detail - Over 100 Of The Most Interesting Words As Used By Tolkien In His Writing.--jacket. Tolkien As Lexicographer -- Tolkien As Wordwright -- Word Studies. Peter Gilliver, Jeremy Marshall, Edmund Weiner. Includes Bibliographical References (p. 230-234) And Index.