About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is a dreamer who feels out of step with their peers, or if they are fascinated by how 'big' ideas like languages and mythologies are born. This biography introduces J. R. R. Tolkien not just as a famous author, but as a boy who faced significant early hardships, including the loss of both parents, and found solace in nature and the study of words. It is a story of how childhood passions can grow into a lifelong legacy. While the book touches on the grief of orphanhood and the realities of World War I, it remains grounded and accessible for the 8 to 12 age range. Parents will appreciate how it emphasizes resilience and the value of intellectual curiosity. It is an excellent choice for kids who love fantasy worlds and want to see the real-world grit and imagination required to build them.
