Middle Earth Fantasy Author - J.R.R Tolkien

J.R.R. Tolkien was a renowned author, best known for his fantasy works set in Middle-earth. Here are some of his most famous and influential books:

• The Hobbit (1937):

This is a charming and accessible novel that serves as a prelude to Tolkien's more complex works. It follows the journey of Bilbo Baggins, a hobbit who gets caught up in an epic quest.

• The Lord of the Rings Trilogy (1954-1955):
  • The Fellowship of the Ring: The first book in the trilogy, it follows Frodo Baggins and his companions as they set out to destroy the One Ring.
  • The Two Towers: The middle book, which continues the journey of the characters as they face various challenges and threats.
  • The Return of the King: The final installment, resolving the epic tale and bringing the story to its conclusion.

• The Silmarillion (1977):

This is a collection of mythopoeic stories that delve into the history, mythology, and cosmology of Tolkien's world. It provides a deeper understanding of Middle-earth's lore.

• Unfinished Tales of Númenor and Middle-earth (1980):

This posthumously published collection contains various unfinished and unpublished narratives, offering additional insights into Tolkien's world.

• The Children of Húrin (2007):

Edited and published posthumously by his son Christopher Tolkien, this book is an expanded version of one of the stories from "The Silmarillion." It focuses on the tragic tale of Túrin Turambar.

• Beren and Lúthien (2017):

Another posthumous publication, this book explores the love story of Beren and Lúthien, a central element in the mythology of Middle-earth.

These works collectively showcase Tolkien's incredible storytelling, linguistic skill, and world-building prowess. Whether you're interested in epic adventures or delving into the intricate history of Middle-earth, these books offer a rich and immersive experience.

References;

1.  Tolkien, Christopher, ed. (1988). The Return of the Shadow: The History of The Lord of the Rings, Part One. The History of Middle-earth. Vol. 6. ISBN 0-04-440162-0.
2. Wells, John C. (2008). Longman Pronunciation Dictionary (3rd ed.). Longman. ISBN 978-1-4058-8118-0.
3. Brennan, David (21 September 2018). "The Hobbit: How Tolkien Sunk a German Anti-Semitic Inquiry Into His Race". Newsweek. Retrieved 9 July 2023. My great-great-grandfather came to England in the eighteenth century from Germany: the main part of my descent is therefore purely English, and I am an English subject – which should be sufficient.
4. Derdziński, Ryszard (2017). "On J. R. R. Tolkien's Roots" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 10 January 2019.

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