Why did JRR Tolkien write The Hobbit?

Tolkien intended The Hobbit as a “fairy-story” and wrote it in a tone suited to addressing children although he said later that the book was not specifically written for children but had rather been created out of his interest in mythology and legend. Many of the initial reviews refer to the work as a fairy story.

What does the C mean in Lord of the Rings?

The Cirth (Sindarin pronunciation: ​[ˈkirθ], meaning “runes”; sg. In the fictional history of Middle-earth, the original Certhas was created by the Sindar (or Grey Elves) for their language, Sindarin.

What is the lifespan of a hobbit in Lord of the Rings?

100 years
1.) Hobbits live longer. According to the LOTR Wiki the average lifespan of a male hobbit is 100 years, with the oldest hobbit living to about 133 (Unless you count Gollum, but that math is too hard so we’ll just say 133). The average life expectancy for a male human is only about 70 years.

Who are the hobbits based on?

As you may have guessed, hobbits are a fictional race born in Tolkien’s imagination. He even created an etymology for the word, making hobbit derive from holbylta, based on Old English roots meaning “hole-dweller.” Tolkien invented three groups of hobbits.

What did Tolkien change in The Hobbit?

Tolkien made some other minor changes to the text of The Hobbit, many of which changed travel times so that distances in The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings matched. He changed some of the foods eaten, and most amusingly he changed the name of the High Elves.

Who is Tolkien and what did he write?

J.R.R. Tolkien is an internationally renowned fantasy writer. He is best known for authoring ‘The Hobbit’ and ‘The Lord of the Rings’ trilogy.

What did Gandalf write on Bilbo’s door?

The “sign” on Bilbo’s front door was nothing more or less than the Elvish rune for the letter “G” for Gandalf. In fact it was Gandalf himself who had scratched the symbol in the green paint with his staff.

Are Hobbits fat?

Are they fat? No, Hobbits don’t have big feet.

What do you like most about Lord of the Rings?

The story flows along nice and quietly with Tolkien taking the reader on a wonderful journey. Tolkien uses very clever language that is simple to understand yet has a way of painted some really beautifully vivid pictures. The book is aimed at children but is also loved by adults.

What is the difference between LOTR and The Hobbit?

The Hobbit really just scratches the surface, LOTR takes us deeper into this mythical world the writer has dreamed up. The level of detail is simply staggering, Tolkien even created his own language for the book. For the casual reader, this book has so much to offer.

What other books has Tolkien published besides The Lord of the Rings?

Other than The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, Tolkien really has not published much else. Probably his other most well-known work is The Silmarillion, which is a history of Middle Earth set long before the LOTR series. This is a really deep book that can be very complicated in places, as Tolkien’s attention to detail is simply staggering.

Are the Hobbit movies as good as the books?

Although fans of the books may have found holes in the story in the movies, the fact is that the films were wonderfully made and really did turn Tolkien’s world into a magical reality. In 2012 we see the release of The Hobbit on the big screen.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=btj8ER5HI2o