The Adventures of Tom Bombadil

By: J. R. R. Tolkien

Narrated by: Sir Derek Jacobi

Tolkien’s acclaimed modern classic ‘fairie’ tale, read by Derek Jacobi.

‘Here is something that no devotee of the Hobbit epic can afford to miss, while awaiting a further instalment of the history of these fascinating people – a selection [of verses] offered as an ‘interim report’ to those interested in Hobbit-lore, and to any others who may find amusement in this mixed bag of old confections.’

One of the most intriguing characters in The Lord of the Rings, the amusing and enigmatic Tom Bombadil, also appears in verses said to have been written by Hobbits and preserved in the ‘Red Book’ with stories of Bilbo and Frodo Baggins and their friends. The Adventures of Tom Bombadil collects these and other poems, mainly concerned with legends and jests of the Shire at the end of the Third Age.

This special edition has been expanded to include earlier versions of some of Tolkien’s poems, a fragment of a prose story with Tom Bombadil, and comprehensive notes by acclaimed Tolkien scholars Christina Scull and Wayne G. Hammond.

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jocobi

always thought lotr should have included Tom bombadil, played by Robin Williams, so perfect, but was overlooked in lotr and Williams was since passed on, but any time bombadil mentioned, my mind goes to what might have been, what should have been yet was not

under rated excellence.

Tom Bombadil and his tales excites the nature sprite inside of me. Ents are the guardian of the forest buy Tom is the Shepard of his woods. He has the possibility of countless stories. A happy and joyful hero type character. He sings to the trees, calls them by name and is host to lost travelers. I crave more from the Bombadils. What does the wife of Tom bring to the magical forest. Truly enchanting book.

Short but good info

seemed a bit all over the place but gave some good background information on some of Tolkien history

Miscellaneous poems by J. R. Tolkien

Collections of miscellaneous J. R. R. Tolkien verses about Middle Earth. Great performance by Derek Jacobi

Fantastic

S was a great rendition of the Adventures of Tom Bombadil. I loved the rhythmic sound of Derek Jacobi’s voice. It was performed so well especially as some of the words must have been hard to pronounce. Highly recommended.

Sir Derek Jacobi and Tolkien

this is so charming and so well read what else can be said I LOVED IT.

No volume control

Great collection of poems, but poor sound design. One minute I can't hear what's being said, the next it's screaming in my ears.

Enjoyable Poetry

Poetry of the shire, about surrounding lands and people. Very recognizable to those who have read the lord of the rings.

Wonderful stories

Lovely voice, great writing of course. A calming experience to allow one’s mind to travel to imaginary and meaningful places.

poetry

anyone who truly loved Tolkien's writings will fall in love with it all over again with these poems of the largest enigma in middle earth. these verses were meant to be read and heard aloud. And here it is well done.