Call for papers: the second TORn Amateur Symposium
The folks of the TORn messageboard Reading Room, the section of our forums devoted to discussion of Tolkien’s...
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The evolution of Tolkien’s Smaug
In this interesting feature over on Heirs of Durin, Ringer ArchedCory delves into the nature and characteristics of...
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Fans sketch Beorn’s likeness from Eagles’ description
Just a couple of days ago, we exclusively revealed a description of the human face of Beorn via...
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Billy Connolly won’t let illness stop him
Legendary Scottish comedian and actor Billy Connolly, who plays the role of Dain Ironfoot in Peter Jackson’s adaptation...
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Orlando Bloom on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon
Orlando Bloom — who we sometimes know as the elf of Mirkwood, Legolas Greenleaf — made an appearance...
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The Alps that inspired J.R.R. Tolkien’s writing
One of the most glorious aspects of reading The Lord of the Rings, is his abiding love of...
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