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Baggins, Frodo (Fictitious character) Drama Children's stories, English History and criticism Fantasy fiction, English History and criticism Good and evil Drama Lewis, C. S. (Clive Staples) 1898-1963 Middle Earth (Imaginary place) Middle Earth (Imaginary place) Drama Middle Earth (Imaginary place) in art Narnia (Imaginary place) Tolkien, J. R. R. (John Ronald Reuel) 1892-1973Jacobs, Alan
Summary: A journey into the imaginitive life of C.S. Lewis exploring the themes and life events that allowed an Oxford don, a scholar of medieval literature who loved to debate philosophy at his local pub, to the author of some of the greatest children's books of all time.
Format: sound recording-nonmusical
Publisher / Publication Date: HarperAudio 2005
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1 available in Compact Disc Audio Book, Call number: CD 921 LEWIS, C.S. JACMcAlister, Caroline
Summary: Before C.S. Lewis wrote The Chronicles of Narnia, he was a young boy named Jack who spent his days dreaming up stories of other worlds filled with knights, castles, and talking animals. His brother, Warnie, spent his days imagining worlds filled with trains, boats, and technology. One rainy day, they found a wardrobe in a little room next to the attic, and they wondered, What if the wardrobe...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Roaring Brook Press 2019
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Place a hold to request this item.Summary: The Fellowship divides to conquer, as Frodo and Sam, with the help and hindrance of Gollum, continue on their way to Mount Doom. Gandalf and Pippin ride to Minas Tirith to help defend Gondor, while Merry remains with Eowyn and the other Rohan fighters. Aragorn, Legolas, and Gimli seek aid from those that live in the Cursed Mountains. All these battles have one ultimate goal in mind: to distract...
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: New Line Home Entertainment 2004
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1 available in Television Series DVDs, Call number: DVD TV Series Lord 2004Summary: During this exciting pivotal season: Clark faces rogue Kryptonians, Lex Luthor launches a vicious political campaign, the Fortress of Solitude rises, Clark's love for Lana Lang deepens and he and Lois Lane remain friendly adversaries, Clark crosses paths with AC (aka Aquaman), Victor Stone (aka Cyborg) and the mysterious Milton Fine (aka Brainiac).
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: Distributed by Warner Home Video 2006
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1 available in Television Series DVDs, Call number: DVD Series Smallville 2011 Season 5Copies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Television Series DVDs, Call number: DVD TV SMALewis, C. S. (Clive Staples)
Summary: Presents the unabridged text of C.S. Lewis's seven-part fantasy series in which a group of children walk into a magical realm called Narnia and find themselves in the midst of an ongoing battle between good and evil led by the Christlike lion king Aslan.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: HarperEntertainment 2005
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Place a hold to request this item.Jacobs, Alan
Summary: Traces the life of the twentieth-century Christian literary master, drawing on themes from the Narnia series to offer insight into Lewis's experiences, from his work as a medieval scholar to his role as a beloved children's book author.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: HarperSanFrancisco 2005
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 823.912 LEWIS, C. S. JACMiller, Laura
Summary: A co-founder and staff writer for Salon.com explores the meaning and influence of C.S. Lewis' Chronicles of Narnia series while revealing how Lewis's troubled childhood, unconventional love life, and friendship with J. R. R. Tolkien affected his writing.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Little, Brown and Co. 2008
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 823.912 MILSummary: Theologians, psychologists, academics, feminists, and fantasists offer humor, insight, and fresh perspectives on the enchanting and beloved Chronicles of Narnia series. Such contributors as fantasists Sarah Zettel and Lawrence Watt-Evans, children's literature scholar Naomi Wood, and C. S. Lewis scholars Colin Duriez and Joseph Pearce discuss topics such as J. R. R. Tolkien and Middle Earth's...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Benbella Books 2005
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Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: William B. Eerdmans Pub. Company 2005
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 823.912 SCHMaslo, Lina
Summary: A lyrical nonfiction picture book about the inspired life of C. S. Lewis, the beloved author of the Chronicles of Narnia--from Free as a Bird author-illustrator Lina Maslo. Perfect for fans of The Important Thing About Margaret Wise Brown and Some Writer!: The Story of E.B. White. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Balzer + Bray, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 921 LEWSummary: Kermit, Miss Piggy, and the rest of the Muppets put an all-new spin on the classic tale loved by millions the world over.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: Walt Disney Home Entertainment 2005
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1 available in Juvenile Digital Video Disc, Call number: DVD JUV MUPFonstad, Karen Wynn.
Summary: Find your way through every part of Tolkien's great creation from Middle-Earth to the undying lands of the west. Completely revised, Karen Wynn Fonstad's The Atlas of Middle-Earth is an indispensable volume that will enchant all Tolkien fans. Here is the essential guide to the geography of Middle-Earth from its founding in the Elder Days through the Third Age, re-creating the journeys of Bilbo,...
Format: cartographic
Publisher / Publication Date: Houghton Mifflin 1991
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 823.912 FONDay, David
Summary: "An illustrated guide to the least-known period in Middle-earth's history, the Second Age. The lore and legends of this period are given life through hundreds of illustrations from artists who have studied Tolkien's work, and insightful commentary from David Day makes this a valuable addition to the shelf of anyone with a keen interest in exploring more of Tolkien's world"--
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Thunder Bay Press 2023
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 823 DAYCopies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 823 DAYSummary: In the far future, the remote desert world of Dune becomes the epicenter of a spectacular struggle that will spark a revolution, fulfill an ancient prophecy, and forever change the galactic balance of power.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: Artisan Home Entertainment 2002
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1 available in Television Series DVDs, Call number: DVD TV DUNSernett, Matthew.
Summary: Reduced to ruins by supernatural cataclysms, Neverwinter rises from the ashes to reclaim its title as the Jewel of the North. Yet even as its citizens return and rebuild, hidden forces pursue their own goals and vendettas, any one of which could tear the city apart. Neverwinter has long been one of the most popular locations in the Forgotten Realms® campaign world. This book presents a complete...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Wizards of the Coast 0000
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1 available in Young Adult Non-fiction, Call number: YA 793.93 SERDay, David
Summary: "A visual celebration of the vast lands, epic battles, formidable beasts, heroes, peoples, and armies of Tolkien's world. Tolkien's works have inspired artists for generations and have given rise to myriad interpretations of the rich and magical worlds he created. The Illustrated World of Tolkien gathers together artworks, essays, and commentaries from illustrators, painters, and etchers, and...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Thunder Bay Press 2019
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 828 DAYGiancola, Donato
Summary: "Classical realism unites with contemporary storytelling to bring JRR Tolkien's Lord of the Rings saga to life. More than 170 works of art by Donato Giancola explore the mythic grandeur and the iconic characters of the series"--
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Dark Horse Books 2019
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1 available in Oversize, Call number: OVS 700.92 GIASwaby, Rachel
Summary: Aspiring scientists, young history enthusiasts, and children who enjoy learning about the world will be fascinated by these riveting snapshots--and parents who enjoyed the film Hidden Figures will find this to be the perfect extension. Covering important advancements made by women in fields such as biology, medicine, astronomy, and technology, author Rachel Swaby explains that people aren't...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Yearling Books 2017
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Place a hold to request this item.Heinsoo, Rob.
Summary: The complete guide for building Forgotten Realms characters! Welcome to Faerûn, a land of amazing magic, terrifying monsters, ancient ruins, and hidden wonders. The world has changed since the Spellplague, and from this arcane crucible have emerged shining kingdoms, tyrannical empires, mighty heroes, and monster-infested dungeons.The Forgotten Realms Player's Guide presents this changed world...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Wizards of the Coast 0000
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Place a hold to request this item.Akahori, Satoru.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Tokyopop 2005
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1 available in Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: 741.5 SORSmith, Bill O.
Summary: Only the fearless heart of a child can follow a dream into the wild ... to a land of birdie parades and ginormous eggs, a land of mystery and majesty. This land is our land, but not ours alone. Welcome to Chickadeeland!
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Sleepytime Press 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE Fiction Smith 2018Copies Available at Peninsula
1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE SMICopies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE SMIHerbert, Brian
Summary: "Dune, Frank Herbert's epic science-fiction masterpiece set in the far future amidst a sprawling feudal interstellar society, tells the story of Paul Atreides as he and his family accept control of the desert planet Arrakis. A stunning blend of adventure and mysticism, environmentalism, and politics, Dune is a powerful, fantastical tale that takes an unprecedented look into our universe, and is...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Abrams ComicArts 2020
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1 available in Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: 741.5 DUNSummary: Presents the first-ever Prairie Home cinecast, shown in movie theaters across the United States and Canada. Guests include Elvis Costello, Jearlyn and Jevetta Steele, Heather Masse, Robin and Linda Williams, Sue Scott, Tim Russell, Erica Rhodes, Tom Keith, Fred Newman, plus the Guy's All-Star Shoe Band, episodes of "Guy Noir" and "Lives of the Cowboys," and the News from Lake Wobegon.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: Highbridge Co. 2010