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#OnThisDay in 1964, #Tolkien writes to Flt. Lt. Hyatt. Tolkien is asked about using the names from his books in real life. He mentions that they are used for house and pet names, but was not happy that Shadowfax was used for the name of a 'hydrofoil' without asking him.

J.R.R. Tolkien to Flt. Lt. Hyatt

Tolkien is asked about using the names from his books in real life. He mentions that they are used for house and pet names, but was not happy that Shado...

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#OnThisDay in 1971, #Tolkien writes to Royal Insurance Co.. Tolkien sends a cheque for his house insurance

J.R.R. Tolkien to Royal Insurance Co.

Tolkien sends a cheque for his house insurance

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#OnThisDay in 1955, #Tolkien writes to Richard L. Sturch. No details of this letter are known.

J.R.R. Tolkien to Richard L. Sturch

No details of this letter are known.

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#OnThisDay in 1956, #Tolkien writes to Miss J. Burn. In a draft letter Tolkien reflects on Frodo's role in the destruction of the Ring and discusses the theological implications of his actions. Tolkien rejects the notion of Frodo's failure as a narrative flaw, and mentions Gollum's missed (1/2)

J.R.R. Tolkien to Miss J. Burn

In a draft letter Tolkien reflects on Frodo's role in the destruction of the Ring and discusses the theological implications of his actions. Tolkien rej...

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#OnThisDay in 1938, #Tolkien writes to Rütten & Loening Verlag. Rütten & Loening Verlag, the German publisher inquired about publishing a German translation of The Hobbit. As part of their conditions they wanted to know details about Tolkien ancestry, specifically to his Aryan history. (1/2)

J.R.R. Tolkien to Rütten & Loening Verlag

Rütten & Loening Verlag, the German publisher inquired about publishing a German translation of The Hobbit. As part of their conditions they wanted to ...

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#OnThisDay in 1938, #Tolkien writes to C.A. Furth. Tolkien writes to C.A. Furth. He is struggling to suggest anyone who can fulfill the work for GA&U's Clark Hall Beowulf. He in fact now believes that it is not a task for a student. Tolkien suggests that he and Furth meet to discuss the (1/2)

J.R.R. Tolkien to C.A. Furth

Tolkien writes to C.A. Furth. He is struggling to suggest anyone who can fulfill the work for GA&U's Clark Hall Beowulf. He in fact now believes that it...

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#OnThisDay in 1946, #Tolkien writes to George Allen & Unwin. GA&U receive the typescript of Farmer Giles of Ham with a note attached in which Tolkien mentions poems and other texts he had considered for publication with Farmer Giles.

J.R.R. Tolkien to George Allen & Unwin

GA&U receive the typescript of Farmer Giles of Ham with a note attached in which Tolkien mentions poems and other texts he had considered for publicatio...

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#OnThisDay in 1925, #Tolkien writes to E.S. Craig. Tolkien replies to E.S. Craig enclosing the signed undertaking. He hopes that the statutes governing the chair can be mitigated as he has to give six months notice on his position at Leeds University.

J.R.R. Tolkien to E.S. Craig

Tolkien replies to E.S. Craig enclosing the signed undertaking. He hopes that the statutes governing the chair can be mitigated as he has to give six mo...

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#OnThisDay in 1965, #Tolkien writes to Nan C. Scott. Tolkien writes about his battles with the pirates.

J.R.R. Tolkien to Nan C. Scott

Tolkien writes about his battles with the pirates.

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#OnThisDay in 1962, #Tolkien writes to Alina Dadlez. Writing to Alina Dadlez, Tolkien explains his displeasure at the Spanish translation of 'Hobbit' and remarks back to the "private fancies" of the translators, noting "Hompen" as a bad example. He mentions that if gnomos is used in (1/3)

J.R.R. Tolkien to Alina Dadlez

Writing to Alina Dadlez, Tolkien explains his displeasure at the Spanish translation of 'Hobbit' and remarks back to the "private fancies" of the transl...

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#OnThisDay in 1966, #Tolkien writes to Mrs. Webster. The contents of the letter are unknown.

J.R.R. Tolkien to Mrs. Webster

The contents of the letter are unknown.

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#OnThisDay in 1971, #Tolkien writes to C. Talbot D'Alessandro. Tolkien replies to Talbot D'Alessandro asking if he would like a single volume edition, making note that Talbot has an Italian translation. In a handwritten note at the bottom he apologies for delay in posting the letter.

J.R.R. Tolkien to C. Talbot D'Alessandro

Tolkien replies to Talbot D'Alessandro asking if he would like a single volume edition, making note that Talbot has an Italian translation. In a handwri...

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#OnThisDay in 1964, #Tolkien writes to Christopher Bretherton. Tolkien wrote that he usually typed letters because of his handwriting (which can be very difficult to read at times). He talks about the invention of his legendarium and the publication of The Hobbit. Tolkien had moved to 76 (1/2)

J.R.R. Tolkien to Christopher Bretherton

Tolkien wrote that he usually typed letters because of his handwriting (which can be very difficult to read at times). He talks about the invention of h...

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#OnThisDay in 1949, #Tolkien writes to Miss Flint. Tolkien writing to Miss Flint apologizes for his delay in replying. He had been away but upon his return had much delayed business to attend to which included a B. Litt examination. He concludes with his offer of assistance with her own (1/2)

J.R.R. Tolkien to Miss Flint

Tolkien writing to Miss Flint apologizes for his delay in replying. He had been away but upon his return had much delayed business to attend to which in...

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#OnThisDay in 1939, #Tolkien writes to John Masefield. Tolkien writes apologetically because he has missed the deadline for the program (of the year's Oxford Summer Diversions); he had looked through The Canterbury Tales and some of Gower (probably Confessio Amantis, since it is in (1/3)

J.R.R. Tolkien to John Masefield

Tolkien writes apologetically because he has missed the deadline for the program (of the year's Oxford Summer Diversions); he had looked through The Can...

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#OnThisDay in 1949, #Tolkien writes to Allen & Unwin Ltd.. Tolkien discusses the progress of Farmer Giles of Ham and hints that the final draft of The Lord of the Rings was nearly finished. Once that is complete he could perhaps look at more stories of the Little Kingdom.

Guide to Tolkien's Letters: J.R.R. Tolkien to Allen & Unwin Ltd.

Tolkien discusses the progress of Farmer Giles of Ham and hints that the final draft of The Lord of the Rings was nearly finished. Once that is complete...

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#OnThisDay in 1940, #Tolkien writes to Michael Tolkien. Tolkien replies to a letter from his son Michael where he had evidently spoken about his feelings about events of the world, studies, etc. Tolkien is relieved he has, and says that they don't discuss matters with him enough. Tolkien (1/2)

Guide to Tolkien's Letters: J.R.R. Tolkien to Michael Tolkien

Tolkien replies to a letter from his son Michael where he had evidently spoken about his feelings about events of the world, studies, etc. Tolkien is re...

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#OnThisDay in 1915, #Tolkien writes to Mr. How. Tolkien writes that he has to report to Bedford on 19 July and will therefore be unable to receive his degree the following day. He will send payment for what he owes and asks what 'caution money' he should send for his name to be retained (1/2)

Guide to Tolkien's Letters: J.R.R. Tolkien (?) to Mr. How

Tolkien writes that he has to report to Bedford on 19 July and will therefore be unable to receive his degree the following day. He will send payment fo...

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#OnThisDay in 1964, #Tolkien writes to Christopher Bretherton. Tolkien and Edith were very ill and were forced to convalesce to get better. Tolkien talks about his career and the success of his books, which keeps him in drink and tobacco. He also offers to send signed slips which can be (1/2)

Guide to Tolkien's Letters: J.R.R. Tolkien to Christopher Bretherton

Tolkien and Edith were very ill and were forced to convalesce to get better. Tolkien talks about his career and the success of his books, which keeps hi...

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#OnThisDay in 1915, #Tolkien writes to Christopher Wiseman. Tolkien writes to Christopher Wiseman giving him the news of his army appointment and also mentions he will be visiting Moseley and Barnt Green.

Guide to Tolkien's Letters: J.R.R. Tolkien to Christopher Wiseman

Tolkien writes to Christopher Wiseman giving him the news of his army appointment and also mentions he will be visiting Moseley and Barnt Green.

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#OnThisDay in 1964, #Tolkien writes to James Heaf. Tolkien now regrets that The Silmarillion might not be in print for some time to come: "I still have a professional task to clear away before I can return to the labour of putting the legends of the other world in order. I am under (1/3)

Guide to Tolkien's Letters: J.R.R. Tolkien to James Heaf

Tolkien now regrets that The Silmarillion might not be in print for some time to come: "I still have a professional task to clear away before I can...

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