The Hobbit and History (Paperback)What do Gandalf and Merlin have in common, besides robes and magical staffs? Where do hobbits get their recipes, riddles, and love of rambling? What other Rings of Power were circulating in medieval Europe? How did Thorin violate the rules of medieval kingship? You'll find the answers and more in this book, which explores the magic and creativity behind J. R. R. Tolkien's bestselling story from a historical perspective. Tolkien was a professor of

Gimli the dwarf

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey

as seen in the film The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey

the dark realm where Sauron is supreme

This Middle-earth mug features the fearsome dragon Smaug setting the city aflame as seen in the film The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies

"A triumphant close

With this notebook Moleskine celebrates any journey that inspires thought

including maps of the Misty Mountains on the endpapers that give us an insight into Tolkien's creative genius

" "The Warlock's Hairy Heart

It is time

This charcoal heather t-shirt features a design of the map of Middle-earth

It is at once a classic myth and a modern fairy tale