Roverandom
Interesting Facts
- The book was written by Tolkien in 1925 for his son Michael, who was upset about losing his toy dog on the beach.
- The story tells of the adventures of a puppy named Rover, who was turned into a toy by an evil wizard and set off on a journey to regain his original form.
- «Roverandom» was published only in 1998, more than 70 years after it was written.
- The book contains elements that later appeared in Tolkien's more famous works, such as «The Hobbit» and «The Lord of the Rings», including magical creatures and detailed worlds.
- Tolkien incorporated elements of Norse mythology and folklore into the book, which is characteristic of his work.
Date of publication: 25 December 2024
Updated: 14 November 2026
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Genre: Children's literature
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