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Tales from the Perilous Realm (Audio Cassette)

by J.R.R. Tolkien (Author), Brian Sibley (Author)
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A dramatization by Brian Sibley of four Tolkien stories - "Farmer Giles of Ham", "Smith of Wootton Major", "The Adventures of Tom Bombadil", and "Leaf by Niggle". The cast is headed by Michael Hordern, Brian Blessed and Nigel Planer.

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J.R.R.Tolkien (1892-1973) was a distinguished academic, though he is best known for writing The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion, plus other stories and essays. His books have been translated into over 30 languages and have sold many millions of copies worldwide. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars More Master's material, Mar 8 2003
By E. A Solinas "ea_solinas" (MD USA) - See all my reviews
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Ce commentaire est de: Tales from the Perilous Realm (Paperback)
This stuff goes under the listing of "things most people don't know Tolkien wrote," along with things like "On Fairy Stories," "Bilbo's Last Song" and the charming bedtime story "Roverandum." It's a good collection of Tolkien's lesser-known material, including some cute short stories and poems.

In this slim volume is: "The Adventures of Tom Bombadil," a collection of poems. Some focus on the weird and wonderful Tom himself, and some are poems that are (or might be) in Middle-Earth, like the creepy "Mewlips," the sweet "Princess Mee," and melancholy "Last Ship." There is "Leaf By Niggle," the tale of a painter straining to live up to his hopes. "Farmer Giles of Ham" is a delightful mock-hero tale about a farmer and a not-so-frightening dragon, while "Smith of Wootton Major" is a deeper, more subtle story about fantasy in a person's life.

As always, Tolkien's writing is entertaining and well-plotted if it's a story, just fantastic if it's a poem. (Although some of the poems have plots too). If you're expecting the depth or grimness of "Lord of the Rings," then you'll disappointed; these are more like "The Hobbit" or "Roverandum" in tone, although there are hints of "Rings" in some of the short stories like "Leaf" or "Farmer Giles."

Why four stars? Well, the cover is a bit odd-looking, a bit smudgy for my taste. And the paper felt a bit odd, as if it could have been better. And buyers should be forewarned: If you have purchased the "Tolkien Reader," then know that this book has some of the same stuff compiled in it. Specifically, "Father Giles" and "Adventures."

This is a good compilation of several of Tolkien's lesser, non-"Lord of the Rings" works, and fans shdould check them out. In fact, so should non-fans.

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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars What more could you ask?, Jun 14 2001
By David Zampino "21st Century Hobbit" (Delavan, Wisconsin) - See all my reviews
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Ce commentaire est de: Tales from the Perilous Realm (Paperback)
Tolkien's four greatest short stories (well, three acutally, plus the poetry) together in one volume.

"The Adventures of Tom Bombadil" involves two long poems with Tom as the main character, a number of poems from "The Lord of the Rings" as well as other assorted poetry concerning Middle Earth.

"Farmer Giles of Ham" is an extraordinary tale about a wise farmer who outwits a wicked (but not overbold) dragon. A wonderful story for children -- and full of delightful (and deliberate) anachronisms for the alert adult.

"Leaf by Niggle" is a profound and powerful story about death, life, Purgatory and eternity. It should be read in conjunction with Tolkien's non-fiction essay "On Fairy Stories".

"Smith of Wooten Major", one of the last works by the Master, tells the story of a very ordinary person who is given a very extraordinary gift. (The story also suggests the presence of the sacramental in the act of feasting).

Altogether, a wonderful collection, and one that is sure to delight. Only those far gone in the desubstantialization of the human race could fail to appreciate these stories.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Four stories for the adventurous hobbit. . ., Aug 24 2001
By Drogo Moss (Lake-by-Downs, The Shire, Middle-Earth) - See all my reviews
Ce commentaire est de: Tales from the Perilous Realm (Paperback)
In this wonderful volume (small and inexpensive enough for frugal hobbits to give away on their birthdays) three short stories and one collection of poems are to be found. The collection of poetry, "The Adventures of Tom Bombadil" is drawn from the many poetic examples found in the Red Book of Westmarch and were written or compiled by Bilbo, Frodo, Samwise, and their families. Tom Bombadil is, of course, a well-known figure to those hobbits living in Buckland, and is a figure providing much comic relief. Some of the other poetic examples, however, are darker and more serious in nature. "Leaf by Niggle" is a wonderful short story about a little man (very hobbitlike in his habits) who is a painter whose dream and ambition far exceed the level of his talent. "Farmer Giles of Ham" discusses the adventures of a small farmer living in a town not unlike Bree who gets the best of a devious (but not overbold) dragon. "Smith of Wooten Major" tells the story of how an ordinary man is drawn into the perilous realm of faerie. All in all, this is a book that hobbit fathers would love to share with their children in the evening in front of the fire. I highly recommend this volume.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Bre's
This is a charming ensemble from master story-teller J.R.R Tolkien. Each individual story has its own freshness and appeal that endures multiple re-readings.
Published on July 20 2000

2.0 out of 5 stars Spend your money elsewhere
This book is mind-bogglingly boring ! It has a leathal combination of really childish stories, with those oh-so-long poems of master Tolkien, which I could never get myself to... Lisez davantage
Published on April 20 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars Farmer Giles of Ham is extraordinarily good
If you read the LOTR and The Hobbit and miss to read more, this is the book for you. Farmer Giles of Ham is folklorish in style, but the story is much like the other grand... Lisez davantage
Published on April 11 2000 by Rune Hjelm

4.0 out of 5 stars Very nice Collection, Great for Tolkien Fans
I really enjoyed this book. It was a huge relief to see a lot of the out of print Tolkien books in one collection. Each story is wonderful and a great read. Lisez davantage
Published on April 3 2000 by Jonathan

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