What inspired Tolkien's choice to depict Middle-earth through paintings rather than words?
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What inspired Tolkien's choice to depict Middle-earth through paintings rather than words?
Did anyone else feel a different connection to Middle-earth through Tolkien's art compared to his writing?
How much of Tolkien’s artistic style influenced the way fans and illustrators have visualized Middle-earth?