A deeper delve into the inspiration behind metal bands reveals that a lot derive music and lyrics from Lord Of The Rings and other Tolkien tales

Aug 20, 2008 - Tom Findlay

Tolkien's "Farmer Giles of Ham" was published in 1949 and uses many of the fantasy and moral elements found in his other works.

Apr 4, 2010 - Joan Wallace

Hobbits might appear to have little in common with anarchists. Yet, Tolkien places hobbits in a self-governing society which avoids power and focuses on freedom.

Jul 5, 2009 - Teresa Knudsen

Why do we consider both Shakespeare and Tolkien, two completely different writers, so great? And what do we even mean by "great"?

Apr 18, 2012 - Matt Seidel

The Inklings, a group of Oxford scholars and literary-minded friends, was founded by JRR Tolkien and CS Lewis.

Apr 15, 2011 - Sarah McCabe

Ideas for thrilling the birthday geek with a Middle-Earth novelty cake.

May 19, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

JRR Tolkien has inspired a number of parents to call their babies Galadriel and Arwen. Here are some Professor-esque alternatives for Middle-Earth baby names.

Apr 30, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

J.R.R. Tolkien was perhaps the most imaginative writer of the 20th century. What if his influences extended to the most legendary characters of Christmas?

Nov 25, 2011 - Walter McLaughlin

A beloved fantasy novel for many, and the prelude to the Lord of the Rings Trilogy, The Hobbit is a book full of adventure and enjoyment for all.

Jul 26, 2011 - Ryan Arciero

A brief overview of the importance of language and naming in the works of J R R Tolkien, including The Lord of the Rings.

Dec 13, 2010 - Nicki J Markus

Biography of J.R.R. Tolkien, life and works of the master author of fantasy novels The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit.

Dec 14, 2008 - Tel Asiado

Tolkien uses allusions, 'tools of the trade', poetry and song, foreshadowing and of course a hero named Bilbo Baggins in his fantasy story The Hobbit.

Dec 26, 2009 - Mary Belanger

Tolkien was an Oxford professor teaching and studying languages. Queen Margrethe of Denmark is an artist who contributed her art to "Lord of the Rings."

Dec 29, 2011 - Frances Simmons

A book review of the novella Roverandom by J.R.R. Tolkien

May 18, 2011 - Mark Gillespie

A brief overview of the influences of mythology, religion and historical literature in the works of J R R Tolkien, including The Lord of the Rings.

Dec 13, 2010 - Nicki J Markus

Fantasy writer J.R.R. Tolkien included a wealth or moral themes in his books. One of these themes edges on the modern environmentalist movement.

Aug 9, 2010 - Brian Daughtry

Tolkien's LOTR is rich with imagery and iconography. Use his maps of Middle-Earth, heraldic symbols and Elvish script for a number of homeschooling art projects.

Aug 25, 2009 - Sarah Tennant

Ideas for exploring literature and language from Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings, for younger and older homeschoolers.

Aug 31, 2009 - Sarah Tennant