Tolkien, J.r.r. Biography

J.R.R. Tolkien was an English writer, poet, and professor best known for his epic high fantasy works, including "The Hobbit" and "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy.Tolkien's Middle-earth legendarium is known for its rich world-building, intricate languages, and complex mythology. His works have inspired countless adaptations and imitations, and have had a profound impact on the fantasy genre as a whole.Tolkien's writing style is often characterized by its lyrical prose, attention to detail, and vivid descriptions of nature and landscape. He was a master at creating fully-realized, three-dimensional characters who are flawed, complex, and engaging.In addition to his literary works, Tolkien was also a respected scholar of Old and Middle English, and his academic work on Beowulf and other Old English texts influenced his writing style and world-building.Tolkien's legacy continues to endure decades after his passing, and his influence can be seen in numerous works of fantasy, both in literature and in other media. His work has had a profound impact on the genre and has inspired countless readers and creators around the world.

Books by Tolkien, J.r.r.

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  • The Hobbit: An unforgettable story and a tale that never gets old. It's not as broad in scope as Lord of the Rings which is not really a standalone, nor does it...
  • Lord Of The Rings: Possibly the most, well-recognized world of fiction in history. The Lord of the Rings is the third best-selling novel ever written, with over 150 million copies sold. This high fantasy...
  • Lord Of The Rings: Yep, had to include it. Most people have probably read this series and even more authors have written hackneyed copies of it, but this series is the original father epic...
  • Lord Of The Rings: I read this when I was 9 – four times that is. Maybe I was just a kid, but I had never seen or imagined anything like this series. You...
  • The Two Towers:
  • The King Returns:
  • Lord Of The Rings: Do I even need to discuss it? The father of modern fantasy, the recreation of the English myth, an apex of English literature; Lord of the Rings is more than...
  • The Hobbit: The Hobbit is one of the most well-loved fantasy novels of all time. Written by J.R.R Tolkien as a bedtime story for his children, The Hobbit is a light-hearted tale,...
  • Children Of Hurin:
  • The Samarillion:
  • The Silmarillion: The author J.R.R. Tolkien is certainly not underrated but his majestic work, The Silmarillion gets very little attention compared to his other great works, The Hobbit and The Lord of...
  • The Silmarillion: The Silmarillion is to The Lord of the Rings as the Old Testament is to Westboro Baptist Church. Minus the offensive stupidity. If you're a fervent Tolkien fan, you'll love...
  • Smith Of Wootton Major: In the little town of Wootton Major, they have a wonderful tradition where a special cake is baked every twenty-four years, and eaten by twenty-four good children. But, when a...
  • The Return Of The King:
  • The Lord Of The Rings: Before J.R.R. Tolkein, there really was no "fantasy" genre of literature at all. All dragons, dwarves, and wizards belonged to folklore and fairy tales of former centuries. We can't really...
  • The Fall of Gondolin: "The Fall of Gondolin" is a posthumously published work by J.R.R. Tolkien, edited by his son Christopher Tolkien and released in August 2018. The book tells the story of the...