A blog for fans of J.R.R. Tolkien, from complete beginners to avid enthusiasts, exploring the author's imaginary world, influential writing and cinematic adaptations.
Ladies and Gentleman, we have the island of Númenor!
LOTRonPrime tweeted earlier today an update to their interactive Middle-earth map … and a confirmation that the series will, in some way, reference the Second Age. Continue reading “Second Age confirmed! LOTR Amazon Series”
Okay folks, a brand new trailer for the film Tolkien just dropped … and it looks wonderful!
Yes, yes, I know I said I’d try not to form any conclusions before actually seeing the film, but it’s difficult to resist once you get to see the scope of the film itself. Continue reading “Tolkien | Trailer 2 is here!”
The Lay of Aotrou and Itroun and The Lay of Leithian are, in my opinion, two masterly-crafted long, epic poems (even though the latter, alas, remains unfinished).
I am no poetry expert, having never managed to successfully appreciate many poems (especially those of the modern sort, with free verse and all that), but there was something in Tolkien’s own poetic writings which I found accessible, instant and attractive. And while Tolkien might not be considered one of the great poetry writers, his verses seem to embody a character of their own — steeped in history and language, harking back to the style and tone of the great classical works, The Odyssey, The Divine Comedy and, naturally, Beowulf. Continue reading “Tolkien’s Poetry | Octosyllabic Couplets + New Project Announcement”
Hullo folks!
Long time no write. True. But here I am again, to present you with — what hopefully — will be a regular series of video uploads that provide a closer look to my Tolkien Book Collection. Continue reading “Tolkien Collection | Closer Look The Hobbit Facsimile First Edition”
The sun has risen on yet another 25th of March, and that means it’s the start of Tolkien Reading Day!
This day, marking the destruction of the One Ring in The Lord of the Rings, is meant to praise the author’s works and encourage people to read Tolkien by quoting favourite passages.
Besides being a prolific writer, J.R.R. Tolkien was also quite the poet. I’ve mentioned numerous times my love for his poetry and, instead of focusing on the more popular and praised Middle-earth works, today I’ve decided to provide you with four beautiful extracts of these metrical compositions. Continue reading “Tolkien Reading Day 2017!”
Though this might not trouble some of you, I believe I’m letting down my own Tolkien self and feel the need to share.
Whilst the author’s works are too extensive to be read within the relatively brief amount of time I’ve been an ardent reader of Tolkien (15 years give or take), there are some books — written by or about him — that I feel disappointed at not having yet tackled them. Continue reading “Tolkien Books I HAVE NOT read (yet)”
Hope you enjoy this quick video of Bard the Bowman from WETA’s collectibles range.
This week’s post features a fascinating video sent over by Charlie.
It’s an informative video essay that delves into the relevance and importance of nature in The Lord of the Rings trilogy. Continue reading “[Guest Video] Lord of the Rings: Quiet Environmentalism”
Whilst I hope you’re all enjoying your Easter chocolates, here’s a short video of my Tolkien Book Collection.
I hope you enjoy!
It’s been months since I last saw any of the Middle-earth films. A travesty really …
It just so happens that, as any Tolkien fan surely is aware, 25th March is the day on which the Ring was destroyed and the Third Age of Middle-earth came to an end.
What better way to celebrate this historic event than by completing a mind-blowing mega marathon of all 6 extended edition films? Continue reading “Time for a #MegaMiddleEarthMarathon!”
A Tolkienist's Perspective 