The Wisdom of the Shire A Short Guide to a Long and Happy Life [Hardcover]

InThe Wisdom of the Shire, Noble Smith sheds a light on the life-changing ideas tucked away inside the classic works of J.R.R. Tolkien and his most beloved creationthe stouthearted Hobbits.

The Wisdom of the Shiredraws important lessons fromThe Lord of the Rings,The Hobbit,The Silmarillion, and other tales of the adventures of Bilbo Baggins, the wizard Gandalf, and the many residents of Middle-earth. Author Noble 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. 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 ofgivingpresents on your birthday instead ofgettingthem such a revolutionary idea? What should you do when dealing with the Gollum in your life? And how can we carry the burden of our own magic ring of power without becoming devoured by it? For fans of Tolkien's books and their award-winning film adaptations by director Peter Jackson,The Wisdon of the Shireholds 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. His novelSons of Zeuswas published in 2013 by Thomas Dunne Books. He lives in the Pacific Northwest with his wife and children.

How to live long and prosper, Hobbit-style. & A life-affirming, must-have morsel for Tolkien's colossal fan base. Kirkus Reviews

Delves into Middle-earth to show us how Tolkien can instruct us how to live a better life on Regular-earth. The Bostl£z