J.R.R. Tolkien

Tolkien wrote The Lord of the Rings, which was the most popular piece of English fiction for decades. The Lord of the Rings also gave rise to much of modern fantasy, setting a precedent for the style of writing to become as popular as it is today, and shaping the public perception of fantasy, although it is far from the first piece of published fantasy fiction.

J.R.R. Tolkien's birthday is on January 3rd.

J.R.R. Tolkien had two best-selling novels: "The Hobbit" and "The Lord of the Rings." Both of these books have been widely popular and beloved by readers around the world.

There is no evidence to suggest that J.R.R. Tolkien and T.S. Eliot knew each other personally. They worked in different literary circles and their writing styles and genres were quite different, with Tolkien being best known for his high fantasy works such as "The Lord of the Rings" and Eliot for his modernist poetry.

J.R.R. Tolkien taught medieval Germanic languages and literature -- specific lecture topics included Old English, Beowulf, Middle English, Chaucer, Old Norse, the Eddas, Gothic and the Legends of the Goths, etc.

No, J.R.R. Tolkien did not attend Eton College. He studied at King Edward's School in Birmingham before going on to Oxford University.

Tolkien was talking about that awesome occasion when two large thunderstorms collide in the atmosphere.

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The "thunder-battle" described in the Hobbit is a "game" played by the Stone Mountain Giants of the Misty Mountains. They throw large boulders back and forth, when a boulder is not caught by a giant it crashes against the mountainside making the sound of "thunder".

This is described in first edition copies of the Hobbit, but Tolkien removed it from later editions when he edited the Hobbit to make it compatible with the LOTR story. Most likely it was removed as he felt it might be considered "too childish" as he was elevating the target reading age of the Hobbit to match the LOTR as well as matching the stories. I have not checked the current edition of the Hobbit, Christopher might have added it back (especially as it is depicted in Jackson's movie version of the Hobbit).

JRR Tolkien was born in Bloemfontein, South Africa. His parents were British and had gone there for his father's work with a bank. He came to England as a young child and lived there for the rest of his life. He spent his childhood in Warwickshire then went to Oxford University. He spent most of his adult life in Oxford apart from when he was in the army during WW1 and short spell in Yorkshire in the 1920s.

When he retired he lived for a few years living in Branksome. This is often referred to as Bournemouth but is actually in the borough of the neighbouring town of Poole. However when his wife Edith died he returned to live in Oxford. He died in Bournemouth having been taken ill while visiting friends in the area.

J.R.R Tolkien had a brother called Hilary Arther Reuel Tolkien born in 1894.

They were conceived as the leaders of the Avari, "the Unwilling", those Elves who were unwilling to go on the Great March to Aman. It seems as if the two characters - about whom nothing else is known other than their names - were later abandoned.

The Ringwraiths' powers are at their height when they are in possession of the One Ring. The Ring enhances their abilities and connections to the physical world, making them more powerful and effective in their pursuit of Frodo and the other ring-bearers.

The author JRR Tolkein wrote a great many works, but is most famous for the following:

The Hobbit (1937)

(and the following which is considered the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy:)

The Fellowship of the Ring (1954)

The Two Towers (1954)

The Return of the King (1955)

See the "Related Links" below for a complete bibliography.

J.R.R. Tolkien's closest friends included C.S. Lewis, the author of "The Chronicles of Narnia," and Owen Barfield, a fellow member of the Inklings literary discussion group. These friendships were significant influences on Tolkien's writing and personal life.

The old wrong the dwarves wish to right is to reclaim their homeland, Erebor, which was taken over by the dragon Smaug. Their quest is defined by their desire to seek revenge on Smaug, recover the treasure of Erebor, and restore their kingdom to its former glory.

The goblins were able to sneak up on the dwarves in The Hobbit because they used secret passages in the Misty Mountains that the dwarves were unaware of. Additionally, the goblins were skilled at moving quickly and quietly through the tunnels, allowing them to surprise the dwarves.

When Tolkien was a toddler and living in South Africa he was bitten by a large, venomous spider. Fortunately, one of the family maids was present, and quickly sucked the poison out of his ankle. She proceeded to take him to a gathering place in the POC territory and tell the story to the people she knew.

The awakening of the elves in Tolkien's Middle-earth lore is known as the Cuiviénen event, which took place in the Years of the Trees during the First Age. The elves were the firstborn children of Ilúvatar (God) and awoke by the waters of Cuiviénen in the east of Middle-earth.

1. Many writers have praised J.R.R. Tolkien for his world-building skills and ability to create intricate and immersive fantasy universes, such as Middle-earth.
2. Critics have also highlighted Tolkien's use of linguistic detail and his incorporation of mythological elements into his works, showcasing his deep appreciation for folklore and storytelling traditions.

green and blue as he liked nature

He essentially inspired every epic fantasy author after him. Read: every epic fantasy author after him copied names, sometimes plot structure, and race/characters. Christopher Paolini, R.A. Salvatore, Guy Gavriel Kay, etc.

J.R.R. Tolkien was born in Bloemfontein, in what is now South Africa, on January 3, 1892.

J.R.R. Tolkien wrote numerous books, but he is most well-known for "The Hobbit" and "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy, which includes "The Fellowship of the Ring," "The Two Towers," and "The Return of the King." These works are considered his most prominent literary contributions.

In 1972, J.R.R. Tolkien passed away on September 2 at the age of 81. He was an English writer, poet, philologist, and university professor, best known for his iconic fantasy works "The Hobbit" and "The Lord of the Rings."

The Elves were granted passage to Valinor as a reward for their alliance with the Valar. Hobbits and other mortal races, such as Men, were not offered the same privilege because their destiny lies in the mortal lands of Middle-earth, while Valinor was meant as a home for the immortal Elves.