Amateur Studies in Tolkien
I was re-reading Tolkien's translation of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight when I came to the description of the chlorophyllic ka-nig-it's weapon of choice. Coming in at the 10th stanza: 10 And yet he had not a helm, nor a hauberk either, not a pisane, not a plate that was proper to arms; not... Continue Reading →
Where did Sauron come from and what was he doing during the Second Age?
Who was Elros and why did he matter? What's he got to do with Elrond or with Aragorn?
What led to Moria becoming such a powerful city for the Dwarves? When did it reach the height of its power? When was its eventual downfall?
Where was Númenor? Who were the Dúnedain and why were they so powerful?
When were the Grey Havens established, and by whom? What were they used for?
A series exploring the events and known information concerning the Second Age of Tolkien's Middle-earth prior to the release of Amazon's TV series.
A listing of Tolkien's works and where they all fit together, with some guidance on reading-order.
Or how to name your dragon.
How big was Ancalagon the Black?
