J. R. R. Tolkien created myths that strike with their beauty and depth. Aiming to make them the stories that could be believed in and that looked natural in his created world Tolkien surpassed most fantasy writers. The myth concerning the creation of Arda is among the most beautiful in the whole Legendarium.
The matter of Elvish names is one of the most interesting ones in Tolkien’s Legendarium. The way of Elves’ giving names to their children presents a very thought-out system showing the depth of Elvish culture, the importance of family values to them and their skill in giving the names that capture the inner nature of a person. Let’s have a look at the story of Fëanor’s name and how it reflects his personality.
Languages are prone to changes. Influenced by many factors, they never stay the same but always evolve at all levels. J. R. R. Tolkien was well-known for creating his own languages which became more than just different words in his works. His invented languages actually worked within Arda and turned into one of the most important elements of the narrative.
In Tolkien’s Middle-earth Elves are traditionally presented and perceived as noble, wise and overall positive characters. However, as all normal creatures, the eldest Children of Ilúvatar have their flaws, while some of them are flat out villains. In the present essay I will look at several bad guys from The Silmarillion and see how they brought trouble to others’ lives.