“Take now this Ring,' he said; 'for thy labours and thy cares will be heavy, but in all it will support thee and defend thee from weariness. For this is the Ring of Fire, and herewith, maybe, thou shalt rekindle hearts to the valour of old in a world that grows chill.”
J.R.R. Tolkien's seminal work, The Silmarillion, is a foundational text in the genre of high fantasy. It delves into the origins of Middle-earth, detailing the creation of the world, the rise and fall of various races, and the great wars that shaped the land. The narrative is rich in myth and legend, drawing from a variety of sources including Tolkien's earlier works and his extensive notes. more
J.R.R. Tolkien was an English writer, best known for his fantasy literature, most notably The Lord of the Rings trilogy and The Hobbit. His works have had a profound impact on modern fantasy literature. more
“I don't think... one get a flash of happiness once, and never again; it is there deep within you.”
“You married me...but you didn't marry what you could make out of me.”