The Children of Húrin
by J.R.R. Tolkien, Christopher Tolkien, Alan Lee
The Children of Húrin by J.R.R. Tolkien, Christopher Tolkien, Alan Lee holds a well received rating of 3.94 out of 5, based on 39.6K reader ratings. First published in 2007. The book spans 313 pages.
About The Children of Húrin
This tale of Middle-earth's First Age, which appeared in incomplete forms in the posthumously published
The Silmarillion
and
Unfinished Tales
, also edited by Tolkien's son, Christopher, only hinted at the depth and power of the tragic story of Túrin and Niënor, the children of Húrin, the lord of Dor-lómin, who achieved renown for having confronted Morgoth, who was the master of Sauron, the manifestation of evil in the Lord of the Rings.Six thousand years before the One Ring is destroyed, Middle-earth lies under the shadow of the Dark Lord Morgoth. The greatest warriors among elves and men have perished, and all is in darkness and despair. But a deadly new leader rises, Túrin, son of Húrin, and with his grim band of outlaws begins to turn the tide in the war for Middle-earth -- awaiting the day he confronts his destiny and the deadly curse laid upon him.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | J.R.R. Tolkien, Christopher Tolkien, Alan Lee |
| Published | 2007 |
| Pages | 313 |
| Kindle Price | $11.99 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Fiction, Classics |
| Average Rating | 3.94 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 39,551 |
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What genre is The Children of Húrin?
The Children of Húrin is categorized as Fantasy, Fiction, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Children of Húrin worth reading?
Based on 39.6K reader ratings, The Children of Húrin has an average score of 3.94 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Children of Húrin?
The Children of Húrin has 313 pages.
Who wrote The Children of Húrin?
The Children of Húrin was written by J.R.R. Tolkien, Christopher Tolkien, Alan Lee. It was first published in 2007.
What is the ISBN for The Children of Húrin?
The ISBN-13 for The Children of Húrin is 9780007246230.0.
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The Children of Húrin is available on Kindle for $11.99. Pricing may vary by region and promotional offers.
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