The complete series of Father Christmas letters written by JRR Tolkien for his own children between 1920 and 1943. Can you imagine writing to Father Christmas and actually getting a reply? Every year, the children of J.R.R. Tolkien would write to Father Christmas, and the letters they received told wonderful stories of his adventures at the North Pole. These humorous tales are brought to life by Derek Jacobi as Father Christmas, John Moffatt as Polar Bear, and Christian Rodska as Ilbereth the Elf, complete with specially composed music. ‘Tolkien at his relaxed and ingenious best’ - The Times ‘Will appeal to any kids whose appreciate of new worlds hasn’t been blighted by Action Man and enlightened schoolteachers’ - Terry Prachett J.R.R.Tolkien (1892-1973) was a distinguished academic, though he is best known for writing The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion, plus other stories and essays. His books have been translated into over 40 languages and have sold many millions of copies worldwide. • Tolkien is known all over the world for his epics The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings. Letters from Father Christmas appeals to an even wider audience. • Includes the complete letters, reinstating material edited out of the original edition. • A Christmas classic for all the family, finally in a more endearing format to appeal to fans of Tolkien and of Father Christmas! • An ideal Christmas gift for all the family. Competition: The Chronicles of Narnia; His Dark Materials; Harry Potter; A Jolly Christmas Postman; Night Before Christmas; Grinch; Hobbit; Lord of the Rings; Paddington. By: George R R Martin; C S Lewis; Philip Pullman; Neil Gaiman; J K Rowling; Suzanne Collins; Alan Lee; Christopher Tolkien; John Howe; Ted Nasmith; Roald Dahl. Requires internet connection for purchase, plus iPod or other Audible-compatible player or iTunes software on Mac OS X or Windows
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