Kingdom of the Dwarfs

by Robb Walsh

A lavishly illustrated journey into the world of legend’s most elusive people in the tradition of J.R.R. Tolkien's Lord of the Rings. An extraordinary exploration of a remarkable civilization that will enchant and enthrall all who delve into its pages. A recently discovered archaeological find provides a wealth of knowledge on the heretofore unknown life and habits of Dwarfs in all their day-to-day activities. Close examination is provided of their lives in everything from metalworking technologies to constructing underground dwellings and tunnels. Additionally, insight is offered into the general hierarchy of the population, from lowly laborers to their kings and ruling class.

Genres: Fantasy, Comics, Art

Unknown Binding

First published January 1, 1980

Reviews

[Brant · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this book when I was in 8th grade, and I checked it out from the library probably 8 times. I would read it over and over before going to sleep, just absorbing the art and the stories.
This is one of my all-time favorite books. The idea is brilliant, and the artwork is phenominal.
I wrote an email a few years ago to David Wenzel and he wrote back:

"Hi Brant,

Thank you very much for conveying your message. It made my morning. I still have a great deal of affection for KOTD and I very much appreciate knowing that people are still enjoying it.

Many Thanks,

David Wenzel"

If you can find a copy of this book, it is the ruler and the bar for facts about dwarves (dwarfs).

[Heidi · Rating 4 out of 5]

I think I found this in the library when I worked at Columbia-Greene. If this is the one I think it is, it's an awesome book. Great illustrations and the magical realism angle (treating fantasy dwarves as something real and analyzing them) is pretty cool.

[Adam · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very cool kids book, not at all simplistic or condescending, well written and illustrated. Extra perk: the human price of the imperial ambitions of the Holy Roman Church are made stark. The Christians do not come out very well.

[Mikael · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tolkien would be proud!

[Case Muller · Rating 5 out of 5]

I highly enjoyed this “what if?” through history.