J.R.R. Tolkien

A drawing of Eragon and his dragon is shown in somber hues of blue and purple.

Now 20 Years Old, ‘Eragon’ Remains a Brilliant Work of Fantasy

Emily Elizabeth Louie, American University

Christopher Paolini’s ‘The Inheritance Cycle,’ a series about dragons, magic and distant lands, uses detailed storytelling and worldbuilding to keep its following engaged two decades later.…

July 25, 2022

screenshot from Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power

‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’ Trailer Leaves Some Fans Wanting More

Janey Schmidt, Columbia College Chicago

Amazon's return to Middle-earth leaves something to be desired for hardcore Tolkien fans.…

February 24, 2022

Here’s What We Already Know About ‘The Lord of the Rings: War of Rohirrim’

Illusion Ventura, Whittier College

While very little information has been released about the beloved series's upcoming film, we do know that it will be featuring a refreshing anime art style.…

January 22, 2022

In an article about Dune, a desert landscape with the sun in the sky

Why You Should Read ‘Dune’ Before Watching the Movie

Sonia Noorbakhsh, UC Berkeley

The popular science fiction novel is infamously complex, and you may understand Frank Herbert's world better if you read the book first.…

October 21, 2021

Illustration of Aragorn from "Lord of the Rings" holding a sword

Will the New ‘Lord of the Rings’ Prequels Live Up to Their Predecessors?

Zach Spangler, University of Michigan

Prime Video hopes to incorporate elements of HBO’s hit 'Game of Thrones,' such as sex and violence, into its LOTR prequel series, but risks doing a disservice to its source material in the process.…

July 15, 2021