The Mythology that Inspired Tolkien

Where did JRR Tolkien get his influences and inspiration from for his books? Particularly The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, and The Silmarillion? This video will look into these and pick out the key cultures and stories Tolkien used to create his fantasy universe. 🧡 Patreon: ► Join the Patreon: » ► Mythology Database: » 🎭 Social Media: ► Twitter: ► Instagram: ► Facebook Fan Page: 🌍🌏🌎 Please respect other’s cultures and beliefs. Racism, discrimination or threatening speech will not be tolerated. For those interested in purchasing Antony Cummin’s book “The Ultimate Unofficial Guide to Tolkien’s World“, these are the links; USA BARNS AND NOBLE use this link; Amazon US; =sr_1_1?crid=D3117RFSW8U2&keywords=tolkien cummins&qid=1697832104&sprefix=,aps,207&sr=8-1 Amazon UK; =sr_1_1?crid=3FB62CINV1NAO&keywords=tolkien cummins&qid=1697832237&sprefix=tolkien cummins,aps,218&sr=8-1 📚 References Cummins, Antony (2023). The Ultimate Unofficial Guide to Tolkien’s World. Watkins. Hammond, Wayne and Scull, Christina (2014). The Lord of the Rings: A Reader’s Companion. Harper Collins Zimbardo, Rose and Isaacs, Neil (2004). Understanding the Lord of the Rings. Horton Mifflin Company Tolkien, JRR’s work including Beowulf, Sigurd and Gudrun, Finn and Hengist, The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, The Silmarillion. Harper Collins. 📑 Chapters 0:00 Introduction 0:52 Tolkien’s Books 4:20 Tolkien’s Creation Myth 12:15 Tolkien’s Cosmology 17:30 Hobbits 18:14 Elves 19:05 Dwarves (Dwarfs) 20:19 Men 21:45 Magical Creatures and Weapons 23:41 A Farewell to Magic