Quote from ‘letter 213’ – J.R.R. Tolkien to Deborah Webster (October 1958).

‘I am in fact a Hobbit (in all but size). I like gardens, trees and un-mechanised farmlands; I smoke a pipe, and like good plain food (unrefrigerated), but detest French cooking; I like, and even dare to wear in these dull days, ornamental waistcoats. I am fond of mushrooms (out of a field); have a … Continue reading Quote from ‘letter 213’ – J.R.R. Tolkien to Deborah Webster (October 1958).