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Tolkien, J.R.R.
These pages are dedicated to the language and artwork of Tolkien's Middle-earth. He's famous for "The Hobbit," "The Lord of the Rings," and other essays, books, poetry, etc.
Tree and Leaf
Tree and Leaf is a slim volume containing his seminal essay, On Fairy-Stories, and Leaf by Niggle, a short story, both written in 1938-39. Some newer versions of the book also include the poem Mythopoeia.
Tolkien in the Land of Heroes
Heroes come to us in our greatest myths and legends. They are persons of extraordinary strength and courage, often sacrificing their lives and freedom to save the land and people. Anne Petty explores the history of heroism in Tolkien's Middle-earth with her book.
J.R.R. Tolkien: Author of the Century
J.R.R. Tolkien is one of the most important writers of the 20th century. He is recognized for The Lord of the Rings, a three-volume novel cycle, and for The Hobbit, a children's book published in 1937.
Author of the Century
J.R.R. Tolkien is one of the most important writers of the 20th century. He is recognized for "The Lord of the Rings," a three-volume novel cycle, and for "The Hobbit," a children's book published in 1937.
Books About "The Hobbit"
With "The Hobbit," J.R.R. Tolkien introduced the world to his Middle-earth, with all the elves, wizards, orcs, trolls, spiders, wolves, Smaug, and the hobbits--small creatures with hairy feet. Meet Bilbo Baggins, and read more about Tolkien's famous work, "The Hobbit."
Books About J.R.R. Tolkien
Read the top 10 books about J.R.R. Tolkien.
Books About Tolkien Mythology
J.R.R. Tolkien's epic legendarium offers a view into Middle-Earth, with all of its hobbits, dragons, orcs, and elves. Tolkien's tales are unforgettable. Read more about the tales, and their influence on world literature.
Great Writers Speak
If you've ever wanted to hear the voices of some of the greatest writers in literary history reading their works, these collections provide you with the opportunity you've been waiting for...
J.R.R. Tolkien - Rice University
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J.R.R. Tolkien: Author of the Century
J.R.R. Tolkien is one of the most important writers of the 20th century. He is recognized for "The Lord of the Rings," a three-volume novel cycle, and for "The Hobbit," a children's book published in 1937. Read more about the life and works of J.R.R. Tolkien.
Books About "The Lord of the Rings"
With "The Fellowship of the Ring," "The Two Towers," and "The Return of the King," the world was introduced to the genre of fantasy, drawn in by the magic and adventure of Middle Earth. Many who have read the "The Lord of the Rings" can't help but read the pages over and over again...