fantasy writer, poet, scholar
J.R.R. Tolkien was an English writer, poet, and scholar whose most popular works include The Hobbit and the epic tale The Lord of the Rings. The success of his books (and the award-winning movies based on the books) is often credited with sparking renewed interest in the fantasy genre.
Best-known works: The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings trilogy
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