On Jan. 3, we recognize J.R.R. Tolkien Day in honor of one of the most prolific storytellers and world builders of the past century. Tolkien is responsible for creating the world of Middle-earth, which most people are familiar with thanks to “The Lord of the Rings” books and movies. The talented author has inspired many individuals with his work, including “Game of Thrones” author George R.R. Martin and even Led Zeppelin. If you are a fan of “The Lord of the Rings” or anything hobbit-related, you might want to take advantage of J.R.R. Tolkien Day. Here are a few ways to get your Middle-earth fix in early January. Read Tolkien’s books. The books are where Middle-earth first came to life. With “The Hobbit,” “The Lord of the Rings,” and “The Silmarillion,” there is no shortage of Middle-earth stories to consume. These books are written elegantly and contain much more detail than Peter Jackson’s film adaptations. These books are lengthy, especially if you are planning to read the entire “The Lord of the Rings” trilogy; make sure you have ample time to read. Watch shows and films inspired by Tolkien’s work. Peter Jackson’s collection of “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit” movies are fantastic adaptations of Tolkien’s original work and are always worth a rewatch when J.R.R. Tolkien Day rolls around. You can also watch Amazon Prime’s new “The Rings of Power” show that dives deeper into the lore of Tolkien’s expansive world. If you are looking to learn more about the man himself, try watching the 2019 British- American biographical drama film, “Tolkien.” Play video games that take place in Middle-earth. If you are into video games and Tolkien’s work, you are in luck! “Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor” and “Middle-earth: Shadow of War” are both well-received games that are highly beloved by fans of Tolkien’s work and gamers who enjoy stealthy action games. Over the past few years, a game that allows you to play as Gollum called “The Lord of the Rings: Gollum” has been in development and will surely bring joy to fans everywhere when released. In Recognition of J.R.R. Tolkien Day EXPLORE THE WORLD OF MIDDLE-EARTH
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