What is Middle-earth?

Middle-earth is a fictional world created by the renowned British author J.R.R. Tolkien. It is the setting for his most famous works, including The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings trilogy, as well as many of his other stories, poems, and essays.

The world of Middle-earth is vast and complex, with a rich history and mythology. It is inhabited by many different races of beings, including elves, dwarves, humans, and hobbits, as well as various evil creatures such as orcs and dragons.

Many of Tolkien's stories are set during the Third Age of Middle-earth, a time of great upheaval and war between the forces of good and evil. The central quest of The Lord of the Rings trilogy involves a group of characters seeking to destroy the powerful One Ring, which was created by the evil Sauron to give him control over Middle-earth.

Over the years, Middle-earth has captured the imagination of countless readers and has become one of the most beloved and enduring fantasy worlds in literature.