Michael Green (2) (1943–)

Even though this little illustrated journal isn't authorized by Tolkien's literary estate, I still thought that it was a cute exploration of the Hobbits from the Shore. The author/illustrator uses soft, sketch-like lifework to invoke the rustic atmosphere of the idyllic Hobbit lifestyle, far removed from the conflicts that otherwise seem to dominate Middle Earth. Instead, the Hobbits surround themselves with good food, strong smoke, and much friendship in their Hobbit holes - all subjects which the author explores briefly in prose and illustrates alongside. There isn't much space for him to really get into detail here (this is meant to be a journal for the reader afterall), but there is just enough room for him to give the reader some solid inspiration to fill the remainder of blank space with their own Hobbit-ish musings.… (more)