Quote by: J. R. R. Tolkien

The proper study of Man is anything but Man; and the most improper job of any man, even saints (who at any rate were at least unwilling to take it on), is bossing other men. Not one in a million is fit for it, and least of all those who seek the opportunity.

J. R. R. Tolkien

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Author Bio

  • NameJ. R. R. Tolkien
  • DescriptionBritish philologist and author, creator of classic fantasy works
  • AliasesJohn Ronald Reuel Tolkien
  • BornJanuary 3, 1892
  • DiedSeptember 2, 1973
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
  • ProfessionLinguist; Poet; University Professor; Philologist; Novelist; Children's Writer; Translator; Literary Critic; Essayist
  • WorksThe Hobbit; The Lord Of The Rings; The Silmarillion; Tree And Leaf; Roverandom; The Adventures Of Tom Bombadil
  • AwardsCommander Of The Order Of The British Empire; Prometheus Award - Hall Of Fame