Good Reads: Gifts for the Tolkien Enthusiast
Anyone who has done even scant research on John Ronald Reuel Tolkien (1892 – 1973) knows that even though he was a very private man, there is no shortage of biographical information about this famous British writer and medievalist. Hardcover, paperback, digital and audio books, letters, and other materials abound. His son, Christopher Tolkien, was and still is extremely protective of the legacy of his father, and has only ever authorized one official biography. His father is highly respected as a literary hero and a myth maker, and he wants to keep it that way! Understandable, however, that did not stop others from publishing their unauthorized unofficial versions. (Even moi! Tried my hand at publishing an unauthorized biographical sketch.) These unapproved life stories (see listing below.) are just as appreciated by Tolkien fans, as the approved biography written by Humphrey Carpenter. Furthermore, the commercialization of “all things Tolkien” may have started with the success of the “Lord of the Rings” books, but when these works were adapted to film, Tolkien fever infected the masses around the world. A loyal Tolkien-ite can not only build their own personal library, but can purchase puzzles, games, collectibles, and more!!
LORD OF THE RINGS, Hobbit : Artist: The Brothers Hildebrandt
~ Limited Edition; Hand-Signed : Collectibles & Fine Art › Entertainment › Prints & Posters
“The One Ring” Limited Edition Giclee on Canvas by The Brothers Hildebrandt! Numbered and Hand Signed by Greg Hildebrandt! Includes Certificate of Authenticity!
Tolkien: The Authorized Biography
Unauthorized Tolkien Biographies
( Name of Author )
J.R.R. Tolkien: Author of the Century ( Tom Shippey )
Tolkien: Man and Myth, a Literary Life ( Joseph Pearce )
J. R. R. Tolkien: The Making of a Legend ( Colin Duriez )
Mythmaker: The Life of J.R.R. Tolkien, Creator of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings ( Anne E. Neimark )
J.R.R. Tolkien: Artist and Illustrator ( Wayne G. Hammond )
More Gift Ideas for the Tolkien Enthusiast!
Take a look at this Lord of the Rings Collector Chess Set.
(Image below.)
– The 32 playing pieces made in fine pewter bear an amazing resemblance to the characters in the film. The top of the board is plexi-glass; the rest of the board is made out of cold cast porcelain. Hero pieces have a green ring around the bottom and villain pieces have a purple ring around the bottom. A map of Middle-earth is mounted below the playing surface. Board measures 15 x 15 x 4.5 in.
Who would not want to keep this magnificent chess set in the family and treasure it for generations? Is it not the perfect gift for a collector, and an avid chess player who is also a devoted Tolkien follower?
Even the smallest person can change the course of the future.
— J.R.R. Tolkien
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Thanks for reminding everyone of this outstanding author.
Great gift ideas. I really like the chess set and it is sure to please a collector.
I love Tolkien! My sons do as well. The Lord of the Rings collector chess board would be perfect for any Tolkien fan, as well as the books and movies.
That chess set is totally to die for! LOL.