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How did the publishers initially respond to Tolkien's work? J.R.R. Tolkien
17 days ago | beth

How did the publishers initially respond to Tolkien's work?

Initially, publishers had mixed responses to Tolkien's work. While 'The Hobbit' was well-received, early drafts of 'The Lord of the Rings' faced some resistance due to its length and complex narrative. However, Rayner Unwin, a publisher who championed 'The Hobbit', showed confidence in Tolkien's epic saga, leading to its eventual publication and success.