Lembas for the Soul: How the Lord of the Rings Enriches Everyday Life

by Catherine Kohman, Stafford Susan (Editor)

Tolkien's works have been an inspiration to readers for many decades. Within these pages are some of the most poetic- and profound - illustrations of LOTR's effects on its audiences, both literary and cinematic... I couldn't put it down! Renee Alper, Founder of the American Hobbit Association

Genres: Nonfiction

179 pages, Paperback

First published April 18, 2006

Reviews

[Lisa · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love the film adaptations of The Lord of the Rings so much! Not only because of my love for Sean Astin - my very first celebrity crush at age 7 - but because I think the trilogy is perfection. Perfection. I cry every time I finish it.

(Admittedly, I did read this collection of fan essays, in part, for the same reason I watch episodes of "Hoarders": to convince myself that at least I'm not that bad. That being said, I did quite enjoy the Ode to Orlando Bloom tribute. You'll know it when you read it.)

[Steve Cran · Rating 4 out of 5]

Well I would not quite rank it up there with Chicken Soup for the Soul book but it sure was a short fun and entertaining read. Lots if vignettes of how different fan became exposé to Lord of the Rings and how it changed their life, mostly by connecting with fellow " Ringers" . Most stories tell of expanding social lives via web groups and fan experiences. Quite a few people met their future spouse via Lord of the Rings. Many people began to write fan fiction and expand their creativity. This led to story writing and art work.

The Lord of the Rings was loaded with spiritual lesson, unfortunately the book did not center on them. There were several stories where people learned about friendship, courage and other values. But it goes deeper and the bill did not catch it.

For someone entering the community this is still a great book to have. Enjoy the stories.