#OnThisDay in 1967, #Tolkien writes to Mr Boatwright.
Tolkien writes that he is enjoying Mr. Boatwright's gift of the book. Tolkien also mentions that he has received a letter from W.H. Auden, who liked the issue of Shenandoah dedicated to him for his birthday, and Tolkien's contribution (1/2)
Thank you @mikedonachie.bsky.social A German poster all the way from Canada to Scotland. The brilliant animated The Lord of the Rings by @ralphbakshi.bsky.social #LOTR #Tolkien
Join the team from @tolkienguide.com later today as we talk to #Tolkien dealer Tom Ayling about the copy of Songs for the Philologists that he has recently aquired and has for sale. www.tolkienguide.com/modules/newb...
#OnThisDay in 1956, #Tolkien writes to H [Humphrey]. Cotton Minchin.
As with Tolkien's draft of this letter, this letter opens with Tolkien's ackowledgment of Minchin's suggestions and his note that he is now more than ever under enormous pressure to finish long promised volumes. He (1/7)
Peter Kľúčik, Tolkien's Hobbit
I’ve just read a biography of Tolkien. So now I’m going to reread The Silmarilion, Unfinished Tales, The Hobbit and LOTR. Here is my The Hobbit edition from later 1974 about a year after Tolkien’s death. #Tolkien #LOTR #TheHobbit #Silmarilion
#OnThisDay in 1968, #Tolkien writes to Clyde S. Kilby.
Tolkien writes to Kilby and mentions the book A Mind Awake: An Anthology of C. S. Lewis. He says that it reminded him of good things spread throughout Lewis's work, but that often his work is lost on people as they are taken out of (1/3)
#OnThisDay in 1950, #Tolkien writes to Stanley Unwin.
Relations between Tolkien and Allen & Unwin had begun to become strained as Tolkien felt that A&U were not open to publishing his work as he would have liked, and during this period Tolkien was introduced to Milton Waldman of the (1/5)
#TolkienTuesday #TolkienTrewsday #Tolkien "Forests" thread. Our primary mental image of the Shire may be of open green hills and dales, but the Woody End is one of the largest features of the Four Farthings. In this map of Bilbo's Favourite Walks, you can get a sense of the size of the woodland.
#OnThisDay in 1970, #Tolkien writes to Tom Shippey.
Tolkien replies to Tom remarking on his paper 'The Author as Philologist'.
Back by popular demand! #Westmoot26 will once again feature a Dealers Room, this year with many amazing vendors selling Tolkien-themed art, collectibles, and so much more! Join us in Minneapolis from May 22-24. Learn more & register today at westmoot.org. #westmoot #intothewest #tolkien
#OnThisDay in 1956, #Tolkien writes to Mrs Earle.
Tolkien writes about the inspirations behind The Lord of the Rings and gives a brief history of the name "Tolkien." and instructions on pronunciation, Tolkeen.
#OnThisDay in 1956, #Tolkien writes to M. Wilson.
Tolkien responded to Mrs. Wilson stating that The Lord of the Rings should really be read by adults, as it was not a work aimed at children.
We are thrilled to welcome special guest Ted Nasmith to #Westmoot26! An internationally-renowned illustrator of J.R.R. Tolkien,Ted will host a special hybrid Q&A session for all #Westmoot attendees, both online and in-person! #intothewest #tolkien
#OnThisDay in 1968, #Tolkien writes to Colin Smythe.
Tolkien does not think there will be any difficulty in publishing one of his poems, and offers two that were recently printed in Winter's Tales for Children.
En parallèle à Aubusson tisse #Tolkien, le Muséum ouvre une porte vers le monde du Seigneur des anneaux avec l’exposition Voyage en Terre du Milieu. #CultureAngers
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#OnThisDay in 1957, #Tolkien writes to Mr. Haywood.
In reply to a letter from a boy who had read The Lord of the Rings, Tolkien says he is pleased that his work is bringing enjoyment to readers. He says that The Silmarillion gives backstory and history to The Lord of the Rings.
Have acquired the 1981 A View Over Isengard poster by Rodney Matthews. Have had the Bo Hansson album for years #LOTR #RodneyMatthews #Tolkien
#OnThisDay in 1968, #Tolkien writes to Christopher Bretherton.
Tolkien writes to Bretherton and is unable to see him before Easter. He sends a signature for The Road Goes Ever On and wonders if it will be mentioned in The Tablet.
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#OnThisDay in 1948, #Tolkien writes to Hugh Brogan.
Tolkien expresses pleasure that Hugh enjoyed "The Hobbit" and mentions his ongoing work on a longer piece set in the same world, The Lord of the Rings, providing details about the Necromancer and the mines of Moria. He explains the delay (1/2)
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A rare volume of J.R.R. Tolkien’s poetry, believed to be only one of three copies in private ownership, is up for sale by a Wallingford book dealer. ‘Songs for the Philologists’ was printed by students at UCL but hastily withdrawn when their tutor realised Tolkien had not given permission.
I’m so honored to have been included in the shortlist for the 2026 Tolkien Society Awards for ‘Best Online Content’.
Members of the TS may vote online in the Members’ Area of the Tolkien Society website before April 24.
Best wishes to all of the nominees. 💕
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🧡Special thanks to Josh Maybrook and @tolkiensociety.org for this kind and friendly interview in the April edition of Amon Hen Magazine! TS Members, check your inboxes and postboxes!
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#OnThisDay in 1915, #Tolkien writes to Christopher Wiseman.
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Another edition of the Roving Ranger has just been sent to its subscribers.
Including:
I am nominated for the TS Awards; Brandywine going UK; Sarehole returning; Tapestries at Angers; Songs for 65k; LEGO Smaug; upcoming films & games etc...
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Don’t forget, tomorrow, Monday, April 6, is the first session of the @tolkiensociety.org’s Big Read with @clarelmoore.bsky.social and @erikjampa.bsky.social! It is free for Tolkien Society members, and the syllabus looks fantastic!✨
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#OnThisDay in 1944, #Tolkien writes to Christopher Tolkien.
Tolkien shares his commitment to completing The Lord of the Rings, expressing the challenges of re-reading and researching while working on the adventures of Sam and Frodo, acknowledging the effort involved and expressing a wish (1/2)
