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Creatures of Middle-Earth (Middle Earth Game Rules, Intermediate Fantasy Role Playing, Stock No. 8005) 

Paperback – February 1, 1989

The animals and monsters in Tolkien's world. Each species has a general history and a character glossary that alphabetically lists major individuals, and their appearance, motivation, characteristics, and background. Game statistics for the MERP and Rolemaster game systems are also included.