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This volume compiles a selection of J.R.R. Tolkien’s poetry and short fiction. It includes whimsical and lyrical pieces such as "The adventures of Tom Bombadil," "The homecoming of Beorhtnoth, Beorhthelm's son," "On fairy-stories," "Leaf by Niggle," "Farmer Giles of Ham," and "Smith of Wootton Major." The collection showcases Tolkien’s breadth as a poet and prose author within fantasy and English literary traditions.
First publish date: 1980
Genre: General Fiction/Anthologies
Authors: J.R.R. Tolkien
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