A medievalist at the University of Oxford, Tolkien (1892-1973) used his knowledge of European history, legends and myths to create a world that is imaginary yet utterly persuasive.

• 作为牛津大学的中古史学者，托尔金(1892-1973)运用了他所了解的欧洲历史、传说、神话，创造出一个既虚幻但又完全令人信服的世界。