Another wonderful addition to any Tolkien lover's collection. This little book is especially interesting because it has a non-fiction essay about the fantasy, or rather more specifically "faerie" genre of literature, which gives insight into some of Tolkien's motivations behind his writing. It also includes a faerie story following the critical essay, a short play about a battle in England in 991 AD, an origin story of an old kingdom in Cornwall, and then a collection of poetry related to, and written by characters of, The Lord of the Rings. So is a smattering of different things that would appeal to all readers who enjoy Tolkien. ( )

A gathering of short works by tolkien, with a kind introduction by peter s. Beagle. It contains the /author's perceptive essay "Tree and Leaf", about fantasy writing, the Short story, "Farmer Giles of Ham", a playlet drawn from the "lay of the Battle of Maldon," and "The Adventures of Tom Bombadil" a set of verses. it is very satisfying as a tour of the man and his secondary works. ( )

Contents: Tolkien's Magic Ring; The homecoming of beorhtnoth beorhthelm's son; tree and leaf, famer giles of ham, the adventures of tom bombadil

Suitable for Juvenile read-to. This is not up to the Classic level of the LOTR being a collection of stories, songs and material not directly related to LOTR or the Hobbit. However, it also lends a sense oof background and style to the body of his work that is not included in LOTR. ( )

Some great short works by JRRT... The book's introduction, "Tolkien's Magic Ring" by Peter Beagle, is fantastic. ( )