Who Was J. R. R. Tolkien?

Best known for his epic Lord of the Rings trilogy and The Hobbit, J.R.R. Tolkien was born in British-occupied South Africa. His early life was full of action and adventure. Tolkien spent his childhood roaming the British countryside with his family and could read and write by age four. He was naturally gifted with languages and used this skill as a signals officer in World War I as well as in his fantasy writing. By creating alternate universes and inventing languages in his work he demonstrated that imaginary realms were not just for children. Fondly remembered as the "Father of High Fantasy," Tolkien's books have inspired blockbuster movies and legions of fans.

Author: Pam Pollack, Meg Belviso, Who Hq
Publisher: Penguin Workshop
Published: 07/21/2015
Pages: 112
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.25lbs
Size: 7.60h x 5.30w x 0.40d
ISBN13: 9780448483023
ISBN10: 0448483025
BISAC Categories:
- Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography | Literary
- Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography | Cultural & Regional
- Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography | Historical

About the Author
Pamela Pollock and Meg Belviso are authors of several books in this series, including Who Is George Lucas? and Who Was Susan B. Anthony?