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This article explores the potential influences on J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Hobbit" and how his childhood memories may have shaped the book. It suggests that characters and events in the story could have been inspired by people and experiences from Tolkien's own life. The article discusses the possibility that the phrase "Tea in Hay" mentioned in a letter from Tolkien's mother could refer to an outing in Hay Mills or the nearby area of Kinver, specifically the Kinver Light Railway. The text also examines the rock houses at Kinver Edge in England, which may have served as a model for hobbit holes in Tolkien's works. These rock houses were carved into sandstone and provided comfortable living spaces. The connection between the rock houses and the Catholic church of St. Peter in Kinver is mentioned, which may have resonated with Tolkien due to his experiences with Catholicism. The article delves into the historical and cultural background of the Hwicce kingdom, a Christian Celtic tribe in England. It notes that the Hwicce were early converts to Christianity and that their capital, Worcester, became the seat of the bishop. The text also explores Tolkien's connection to the Hwicce and his belief that he had insight into the intent of the Beowulf poet due to his ancestral ties to the Mercians. Lastly, the article suggests that Tolkien's childhood experiences, such as a day trip with Fr. Francis Morgan in 1904, may have influenced his creation of the [Extracted from the article] |
