The Wisdom of the Shire: A Short Guide to a Long and Happy Life
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.97 (790 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1470880229 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 516 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-12-28 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
R. Tolkien and his most beloved creation -- the stouthearted Hobbits. Drawing on The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, and other tales of Middle-earth, Smith shows how a snug hobbit-hole is actually just a state of mind and how even the smallest person can have the valor of a Rider of Rohan. In The Wisdom of the Shire, Noble Smith sheds light on the life-changing ideas tucked away inside the classic works of J. R. He explores subjects dear to a halfling's heart, such as beer, food, and friendship, as well as more serious concerns, such as courage, living in harmony with nature, and good versus evil. How can simple pleasures such as gardening, taking long walks, and eating delicious meals with friends make you significantly happier? Why is the act of giving presents on your birthday instead of getting them such a revolutionary idea? And how can we carry the burden of our own ''Ring of Power'' without becoming devoured by it? The Wisdom of the Shire holds the answers to these and more of life's essential questions.
NOBLE SMITH is an award-winning playwright who has worked as a video game writer, a documentary film executive producer, and the media director of an international human rights foundation. . He lives in the Pacific Northwest with his wife and children
Mariko Thompson said Revisit the Hobbit with this thoughtful little book!. I've read other more serious books about how to be "happy," but this was a fun and quirky romp through the realm of the hobbits with some actually very good ideas that are excellent reminders on how to find the simple joys in life. I found myself thinking about some of the ideas for days after, such as really enjoying one's friends and family, getting enough sleep and good food, and getting into my garden! It also made me want to reread both The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. They were due for a revisiting but they've moved up my long list of to-read books. Noble Smith's love and kn. Kindle Customer said A great book to curl up with in your Hobbit-hole.. I received this book as an advance reading copy in a giveaway.While it's obviously helpful to know the basic story of The Hobbit and the Lord of the Rings trilogy while reading this to get the references, they are not required to get the life lessons Mr. Smith imparts as "wisdom of the Shire." I want to say I ascribe to almost everything that was suggested or have tried to in the past, which makes me feel a bit like a Hobbit, which is a compliment in my humble estimation.I've read the actual Tolkien books a number of times, but I find it difficult to remember specifics, so sitting down. "Plant a Party Tree" according to Quixotic Magpie. You know those conversations you have with close friends and family, late at night or on a long car ride, where you start talking about everything and anything? Like the one you might have had with your brother and husband, about what race of character would you be from The Lord of the Rings? Would you be an Elf, a Hobbit, a Dwarf, or a Human? Well, I always thought it would be cool to be an elf in Middle Earth, while my husband and brother always chose Hobbit. I would laugh and ask why. Why Hobbit when the elves had that cool language and had that communion with trees thing and lived
''The Wisdom of the Shire is an idea whose time has unquestionably come I'd buy it like a shot, give copies away to deserving friends, and keep it by the bed for bad nights.'' --Peter S. Beagle, award-winning author of The Last Unicorn''How to live long and prosper, Hobbit-style A life-affirming, must-have morsel for Tolkien's colossal fan base.'' --Kirkus Reviews