He probably read the Norse Mythology because Gandalf was a Dwarf's name in the Norse Mythology. There are many other names J.R.R. Tolkien took for his story like Elrond; Saruman; Mordor; Iluvatar; Aragorn and many more.
The Hobbit by JRR Tolkien.
The initials "J.R.R." in J.R.R. Tolkien stand for John Ronald Reuel.
The "JRR" in JRR Tolkien stands for John Ronald Reuel, which are the author's full first name and two middle names.
Tolkien Enterprises, part of the estate of JRR Tolkien.
Royd Tolkien is the great-grandson of J.R.R. Tolkien, the author of "The Lord of the Rings" books. Royd Tolkien is known for his work as a film producer and his involvement in sharing his family's legacy and stories.
Yes!! J.R.R tolkien is a MAN!!
J.R.R. Tolkien had one younger brother named Hilary Arthur Reuel Tolkien.
JRR Tolkien was heavily influenced by Norse mythology in his creation of Middle-earth. Elements such as the Nine Worlds, Valhalla, Yggdrasil, and the themes of heroism and divine intervention are evident in his writings. Characters like Gandalf and Norse creatures like dragons and elves bear similarities to figures from Norse myths.
There is not a singular novel by JRR Tolkien, as he wrote many. A few that I can name off the top of my head, (And that I love) Are The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Hobbit, and Unfinished Tales. I'm sure I missed a lot.
John Ronald Reuel Tolkien .
Tolkien died on 2 September 1973. He was buried next to his wife Edith.
J.R.R. Tolkien died in 1973. He is buried with his late wife in Wolvercote Cemetery, Oxford.