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Quote by J. R. R. Tolkien

“Among the tales of sorrow and of ruin that came down to us from the darkness of those days there are yet some in which amid weeping there is joy and under the shadow of death light that endures. And of these histories most fair still in the ears of the Elves is the tale of Beren and Lúthien”

Quote by J. R. R. Tolkien

Work

The Silmarillion

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

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J. R. R. Tolkien
J. R. R. Tolkien

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

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