Includes index

"The vast fictional universe of J. R. R. Tolkien contains many dark terrors to challenge the forces of good. This compendium of villains includes battle timelines, genealogy charts for creature races, striking illustrations, and well-researched commentary on the evil forces that dwell in Middle-earth. The unique, heat-burnished cover design and handy size make it a conversation starter as well as a great read"--

Melkor and the origin of evil -- Morgoth the dark enemy in the first age -- Sauron the ring lord in the second age -- Sauron the necromancer in the third age -- War of the ring