J. R. R. Tolkien

J. R. R. Tolkien was a renowned English writer, professor, and philologist best known for creating the richly detailed fantasy worlds of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings trilogy. His work laid the foundation for modern fantasy literature, blending mythology, language, and storytelling into immersive epic tales. As a scholar at Oxford University, Tolkien’s deep knowledge of languages influenced his creation of unique languages and cultures within Middle-earth. Beyond his novels, he contributed significantly to the study of English literature and medieval texts. Tolkien’s imaginative vision and mastery of narrative continue to inspire readers, writers, and filmmakers around the world. His legacy endures through countless adaptations and a dedicated global fanbase, cementing his place as one of the greatest fantasy authors of all time. background - facebook.com/officialtolkien/photos profile - By Unknown photo studio commissioned by Tolkien's students 1925/6 (private communication from Catherine McIlwaine, Tolkien Archivist, Bodleian Library) - Epistle of Dude, Photos from the lives of C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien, probably originally sourced from John Garth, Tolkien and the Great War., Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=92670048