This is the first Tolkien biography since Humphrey Carpenter's authorized life of 1977 to deal with the wealth of posthumously published material; it sets Tolkien's imaginative writing firmly in the context of his academic life and shows the great personal and professional difficulties he overcame to complete The Lord of the Rings.
The memoirs recount the life of the youngest child in a large family from Hull, England, covering the years 1942 to the 1970s. While it begins during World War II, the narrative evolves to explore the author's entire life journey, reflecting on the joys, fears, and responsibilities that shaped him. As the last surviving member of his family, he seeks to reconnect with his cherished childhood memories and emphasize the significance of family ties for future generations, including his children and grandchildren.
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These newly composed novena prayers provide opportunities to develop our prayer life throughout the year. Each season and feast has its own themes and focus; the wonder of the Incarnation and news of Jesus's birth, the contemplative period of Lent and the joy of Easter, and the example of Mary as her life story is told through her feast days. These novenas open up the feasts of the Church's year for us and we learn more of novenas as a form of prayer.