Tolkien Fannish and Scholarly Activities and Publications

The 1993 edition of Tolkien Fannish and Scholarly Activities and Publications is produced by Gary Hunnewell (Hildifons Took), 2030 San Pedro, Arnold, MO 63010 USA (Phone (314) 464 3856; Internet sgh1@cec.wustl.edu). It is meant as a tool for research and an opportunity for Tolkien fans and scholars around the world to communicate and share common interests. Copyright © April 1995. This document may be reproduced in whole or in part but this reproduction must not be sold. A diskette of this in Microsoft WRITE or Microsoft Word 6.0 is available.

Contents

Dedication

This issue is dedicated to the memory of David Alter and Geoffroy Henri du Soulier.

Introduction

"...the first ninety percent of any given job takes you ninety percent of [the] time. The last ten - another ninety."

--- Paulina Braiter, Little Gwaihir 62 (January 1995)

Welcome to the second edition of the Tolkien Fannish and Scholarly Activities and Publications. It was no easy task to bring this to you. Its lateness can only be attribued to the fact that I felt it rather necessary to annotate (and read) all of the fanzines, newsletters and journals that I received. This makes it more practical a tool for use, but due to its bulk the reader must either mark up a copy for later reference or use various search mechanisms found on computers. There is too much information for those without photographic memories to remember (for example) just where that article on the dwarvish kingdoms was. However, problems can still arise regarding the annotations, notably the fact that they are very subjective: there is no panel of experts coming to a conclusion as to the correct wording of the synopsis. I have tried to be accurate and concise.

The greatest problems of annotating comes when a group revolves around its members who take on Tolkien names. Perhaps the most famous of these groups are the Forodrim and their publication, Medlemsbladet, but many of the Russian fanzines reveal a great amount of fannishness which is not easy to translate (I have been told) nor annotate.

A key should be provided now for the fanzine entries, mainly relating to the Russian and Czech entries. I have clearly identified fanzines which I have never seen, all others I have in my collection. If no contents are listed one can assume that I was not able to find someone to decipher the langauge and alphabet or (less likely) there is nothing Tolkien oriented in the issue. At times you will find the content items in brackets and quotes. This denotes that the item's title has been translated into English. At other times you will find the annotation in quotes. This is a translation of the item's title into English.

The entry format and criteria is (mostly) unchanged from the last edition so I will not repeat it here. As always, I am open to any new ideas which you might have. The addresses are current up to December 1994. All references to dollars are to be considered U.S. currency, unless otherwise noted.

Edouard Kloczko has kindly provided the title and cover outline. Zoltan Farkas has sent along the Hungarian Tolkien Society's logo as well which graces this year's cover. The illustration is by Janos Petro. Edouard also has suggested that a fanzine index be included in the issue, so I have provided one. I think that it is a testament to the popularity of Tolkien's works that in 1993 there were over 100 differently titled publications devoted to Tolkien in over a dozen different languages. There doesn't seem to be any slowdown, especially in the C.I.S. and surrounding countries.

Please excuse the rather crude maps in this issue. It is a concept which I am glad to see come about, however due the inexperience of the author with the available software, some of it seems overly crowded and misrepresentative. Some of this has to do with the scale of the country involved. It is easier, say, to accurately show the placement of cities in Poland than it is the United States. A single number can cover tens of miles or hundreds of miles. The idea, therefore, is to assume that these are approximate placements. I apologize to the peoples of the Czech Republic and Slovak Republic--I understand your countries are separated but the outdated software does not. Also, I realize that Ireland is not a part of the Untied Kingdom but I have had little luck convincing the computer of this fact. I have had to make a choice with the Polish entries: whether to use a different font and include the additional letters that are used Polish or to keep things consistant and ignore the problem altogether. Those of you who have a diskette copy of this will find that a single typeface is used, while the printed copy has been altered to include a different font with the additional characters. I have no right to distribute the fonts on diskette, so have avoided doing so. The choice was made clear to use a different font when I received a response from Agnieszka Sylwanowicz to my enquiry about this subject. "Whenever I read (or rather see) something Scandinavian (with crossed letters and those °s over them) in an otherwise English, or Polish, text, I'm always impressed by the editor's care and their respect for the foreign language and its users as expressed by their going to this much trouble in reproducing the specific alphabet." Not ever wanting you to think that I do not care, Agnieszka, here you are...only four hours of work!

As always, this publication would not be possible without the significant help of many fans that have taken their time to contribute: Mikael Ahlström, Michal Bardel, Sally Bijl, Jan van Boom, Peter Buchs, Vanessa Cole, Ian Collier, Marcel Coppers, Eppu Ervasti, Zoltan Farkas, José Manuel Ferrandez, Jason Finch, Sylvain Fontannaud, John Houghton, Edouard Kloczko, Nathalie Kotowski, Andrzej Kowalski, Inari Kylänen, Richard Leyton, Malcolm Lindley, Lars-Terje Øland Lysemose, Kaisa Mäki-Petäjä, Karel Makovsky, Nancy Martsch, V.A. Matorina, Mirka Misakova, Filip Munz, Alina Nemirova, Jerry Nieukoop, Atsuko Onouchi, Ronnes Ploegje, Eppu Reppuli, Tero Rissa, Paul Ritz, Pablo J. Ginés Rodríguez, René van Rossenberg, Elena Scorpiri, Christina Scull, Chris Seeman, Sampsa Sihvola, Anders Stenström, Olivier Tharan, Celia Thompson, Kassu G.Valtakari.

Due to the extensive work that has been done by some people, I have named them (unbeknowst to them) as associate editors. These people have spent many long hours working on various translations and annotations and transliterations without which I would have not provided such a complete review. My hat is off to Åke Bertenstam, Vyacheslav Kozlov, Svetlana Likhacheva, Anatoly Stegalin, and Agnieszka Sylwanowicz.

A final thanks go to David Bratman, Charles Noad, Nancy Martsch and Christina Scull for reviewing the 1992 Review and although this didn't result in massive requests for the publication, it was nice to be noticed and appreciated.

And finally an appeal! This issue is being funded by myself. Even though I have promised a free printed copy to everyone who contributes, I fear that I cannot do this with the next issue. If you find this useful and worthwhile, I would appreciate if you could help defray any of the costs incurred. Of course, this is entirely up to you. The next issue will be available to contributors free on diskette in either Microsoft WRITE or Microsoft Word 6.0 format (thanks to Steven Deyo's donation of diskettes), however the printed copy will have to be sold (I anticipate the cost being the same as this issue).

Organization: Fellowship of Middle Earth (c/o The Union, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, 3168, Australia).

Activities: Celebrations of J.R.R. Tolkien's birthday on 3 January; Dragon Egg Hunt on Easter; Cormarë/Bilbo and Frodo Baggins' birthdays (incorporating the Exchange of Mathoms) on 22 September; and, a Yulemoot in December. There are Dragonflights and Hobbit High Teas at university Open Day and Orientation Week as well as various other excursions and events. F.O.M.E. tends its very own green flying Dragon.

Publication: Elbereth [English, irregular]. Subscription cost is $A3 (students) or $A5 (non-students). Stormcrow [English, irregular]. Available free to members.

Stormcrow 1 (February 1993)

"Yé utúvielyes!" by Ahn-Dao Vlachos, pp. 1-2. Introduction to the Fellowship of Middle Earth, its events and offices.

Organization: The Inner Ring: The Mythopoeic Literature Society of Australia (Dr. John Strugnell, Dept. of English, The University of

Queensland, Brisbane, 4072 Australia).

Activities: Hosted a conference at the university titled "New Perspectives: Culture, Society, Gender and Belief in Mythopoeic Literature" from 23-25 September. The paper "Friends in High Places: Tolkien's Fantasy vs the Merely Fantastic" was given on 25 September.

Publication: The Journal of Myth, Fantasy & Romanticism [English, semi-annually]. Subscription cost is $A25 (Australia), $A35 (world).

The Journal of Myth, Fantasy & Romanticism 2:1 (April 1993)

The Journal of Myth, Fantasy & Romanticism 2:2 (1993) [not seen]

Organization: Henneth Annun smial, see The Tolkien Society under UNITED KINGDOM.

Organization: Belegaer: Cercle D'Études de Tolkien en Belgique (Nathalie Kotowski, 25, rue Victor Gambier, Bte 7, 1180 Bruxelles, Belgium)

Publication: Cirth de Gandalf [French, bimonthly]. Subscription cost is 450 BEF (Belgium), 500 BEF (world).

Cirth de Gandalf 24 (January 1993)

"Editorial" by Nathalie Kotowski, p. 1. Editorial.

"Le Quenya - une grammaire: Leçon 23 - Quelques Tengwar en particulier" by [Nancy Martsch], translated by [Nathalie Kotowski], pp. 2-5. Use of tengwar in Sindarin and Black Speech with charts, including comments on writing French in tengwar.

"La Couleur des Chaussettes de Bilbon" by Nathalie Kotowski, pp. 14-15. Discussion of the color of Bilbo's boots and hobbit footwear in general.

"Le Passion de J.R.R. Tolkien au Quebec et son Centenaire" by Alain Jacques, pp. 17-19. History of Tolkien events in Québec, Canada, including the dramatic troupe "Le Théâtre San Fil", the fan group "Le Club les Hobbits", recent fantasy influence by Tolkien and centenary events.

"Livres" by [Nathalie Kotowski], pp. 21-22. Reviews of L'adieu au Roi - Chansons pour J.R.R. Tolkien, Le Glaive de Shannara,and La Fille du Roi des Elfes.

"Publications" by [Nathalie Kotowski], pp. 22-23. Reviews of Amon Hen, Beyond Bree, Gwaihirze, Legolas, Lembas, Little Gwaihir, Phenix, and Vinyar Tengwar.

"Petite Gazette" by [Nathalie Kotowski], p. 24. News on the Danish Tolkien Society, Tolkien's Middle-earth horses, and sea creatures named in honor of Tolkien.

ART: [Untitled] by Denis Gordeyev, cover. GANDALF

[Untitled] by [Denis Gordeyev], p. 1. HOBBIT

"Eöl Durion and Aredhel Isfin Ar-Feiniel" by Tom Loback, p. 6. ANGUIREL, AREDHEL, EÖL

"That is Durin's Stone" by Denis Gordeyev, p. 7. DURIN'S STONE, FRODO BAGGINS, GIMLI, KHELED-ZÂRAM, SAMWISE GAMGEE

"La Coupe d'Ulmo" by Claude Le Coeur, p. 13.

"Scéne de Lorien." by Claude Le Coeur, p. 16.

"Vala Aulë" by [Ryszard Derdzinski], p. 20. AULË, DWARVES

[Untitled] by [Denis Gordeyev], p. 21. HOBBIT

[Untitled] by [Denis Gordeyev], p. 23. HOBBIT

[Untitled] by [Denis Gordeyev], p. 24. HOBBIT

Cirth de Gandalf 25 (March 1993)

"Editorial" by Nathalie Kotowski, p. 1. Editorial.

"La Chute et ses Divers Aspects dans Le Silmarillion" by Eric Schweicher, pp. 2-10. The Fall and its diverse aspects in The Silmarillion.

"Les Fetes Hobbites" by Alain Jacques, pp. 12-15. Article on hobbit holidays.

"Gondor - sur - Moskva" by Nathalie Kotowski, pp. 16-18.

"Publications" by [Nathalie Kotowski], pp. 22-23. Reviews of Amon Hen, Athelas, Beyond Bree, Gwaihirze, Lembas, Little Gwaihir, Mythlore, The Tolkien Collector, and Vinyar Tengwar.

"Petite Gazette" by [Nathalie Kotowski], p. 24. The Royal Mail to issue Tolkien stamps; The Lord of the Rings Nintendo game; a past central Asian kingdom called Morghul; and, the CD "Songs of Middle-earth".

ART: [Untitled] by Denis Gordeyev, cover. GANDALF

[Untitled] by [Denis Gordeyev], p. 1. HOBBIT

"La Tour de Cirith Ungol" by Nicolaï Zouev, p. 11. CIRITH UNGOL

"Le Gué de Fondcombe" by Oxana Romanova, p. 15. ASFALOTH, BRUINEN, FRODO BAGGINS, NAZGÛL

[Untitled] by [Denis Gordeyev], p. 20. HOBBIT

[Untitled] by [Denis Gordeyev], p. 21. HOBBIT

[Untitled] by [Denis Gordeyev], p. 23. HOBBIT

Cirth de Gandalf 26 (May 1993)

"Editorial" by Nathalie Kotowski, p. 1. Editorial.

"Les Anneaux du Pouvoir" by Alain Jacques, pp. 2-3. Article on the Rings of Power.

"Les Pouvoirs des Anneaux" by Nathalie Kotowski, pp. 5-6. Article on the powers of the Rings.

"Tolkien etait-il un messager?" by Nathalie Kotowski, pp. 8-9. Comparing the message in Tolkien's works that of Russian Daniil Andreev's for their time and their people.

"Les Auberges de la Comté" by Alain Jacques, pp. 11-12. Information on the inns of the Shire after the War of the Ring, a map by Jacques Lapointe shows the placement of the inns.

"Une Bibliographie" by Philippe Béchennec, pp. 13-16. A bibliography of Tolkien items found in French language books, articles, magazines and fanzines.

"Publications" by [Nathalie Kotowski], pp. 21-23. Reviews of Beyond Bree, Gwaihirze, Legolas, Little Gwaihir, Mythlore, Quettar, The Tolkien Collector, and Vinyar Tengwar.

"Petite Gazette" by [Nathalie Kotowski], pp. 23-24. Books from the collection of Joy Hill for sale, and an asteroid named after Tolkien.

ART: [Untitled] by Denis Gordeyev, cover. GANDALF

[Untitled] by [Denis Gordeyev], p. 1. HOBBIT

"L'Anneau et Tom Bombadil" by Nicolaï Zouev, p. 11. ONE RING

"Lúthien" by Karolina Stopa, p. 7. LÚTHIEN

"Gandalf" by D. Levtchouk, p. 17. GANDALF

[Untitled] by [Denis Gordeyev], p. 18. HOBBIT

[Untitled] by [Denis Gordeyev], p. 21. HOBBIT

[Untitled] by [Denis Gordeyev], p. 23. HOBBIT

Cirth de Gandalf 27 (July 1993)

"Editorial" by Nathalie Kotowski, p. 1. Editorial.

"L'ombre dans le 'Seigneur des Anneaux': dans l'Optique de K.G. Jung" by Nathalie Kotowski, pp. 2-5. A Jungian interpretation of the 'shadow' in The Lord of the Rings.

"Les Lois du Monde Feerique" by Natalya Grigorieva, pp. 6-12.

"Lucifer et Morgoth" by Alain Jacques, pp. 13-14. Comparison between Lucifer and Morgoth, drawing on The Silmarillion, The Bible and biblical tradition.

"Gollum et Golem: Petite réflexion comparative sur les deux noms" by Alain Jacques, p. 15. Comparison of the names "Gollum" and "Golem".

"Publications" by [Nathalie Kotowski], pp. 21-23. Reviews of Amon Hen, Athelas, Beyond Bree, Gwaihirze, Lembas, Little Gwaihir, Quettar, and Vinyar Tengwar.

"Petite Gazette" by [Nathalie Kotowski], pp. 23-24. News of Tolkien calendars; the Finnish television production of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings; and, Aragorn as the symbol of a king as the Beligian king leaves.

ART: [Untitled] by Denis Gordeyev, cover. GANDALF

[Untitled] by [Denis Gordeyev], p. 1. HOBBIT

"Glorfindel" by [Ryszard Derdzinski], p. 12. ASFALOTH, GLORFINDEL

[Untitled] by [Denis Gordeyev], p. 16. HOBBIT

[Untitled] by [Denis Gordeyev], p. 17. HOBBIT

[Untitled] by [Denis Gordeyev], p. 19. HOBBIT

Cirth de Gandalf 28 (September 1993)

"Editorial" by Nathalie Kotowski, p. 1. Editorial.

"Les mardis et les jeudis" by E. Mikhailova, pp. 2-5. Article about the Inklings' meetings.

"Phenomenologie Religieuse dans Le Hobbit" by Yannick Moreau and Alain Jacques, pp. 7-10. Tolkien as a religious man has many Christian underpinnings which are analogous to certain characters and situations in The Hobbit.

"Les Chefs de Clan dans la Comte" by Nathalie Kotowski, pp. 11-12. The naming of the heads of hobbit families (especially The Took and The Master of Buckland) are described.

"Faut-il vendre Tolkien?" by Patrick Lafontaine, pp. 13-15. The author describes how the name 'Tolkien' can sell French editions and gives examples (by size measurement) of how the publishers exploit this.

"Nouvelles du Canada: Etre Grand Maitre Hobbit" by Alain Jacques, pp. 16-18. Describes a ritual of the defunct Canadian group Les Club les Hobbits: how to become a Maître Hobbit and a Grand Maître Hobbit; includes the author's hobbit blazon.

"Calendrier 1994" by [Nathalie Kotowski], pp. 19-20. Review of The 1994 J.R.R. Tolkien Calendar.

"Publications" by [Nathalie Kotowski], pp. 22-23. Reviews of Amon Hen, Beyond Bree, Gwaihirze, Legolas, Lembas, The Tolkien Collector, and Vinyar Tengwar.

"Petite Gazette" by [Nathalie Kotowski], pp. 23-24. Parallels between Tolkien's works and Wagner's Ring cycle.

ART: [Untitled] by Denis Gordeyev, cover. GANDALF

[Untitled] by [Denis Gordeyev], p. 1. HOBBIT

"'Elendil!' he cried.'" by Denis Gordeyev, p. 6. ANDÚRIL, ARAGORN II, GIMLI, LEGOLAS

"La salle du Feu" by M. Pudlik, p. 10. ELVES, HALL OF FIRE

"Saroumane" by Claude Le Coeur, p. 12. SARUMAN

"Glorfindel" by [Aleksandra Kosciuszczuk], p. 12. ASFALOTH, GLORFINDEL

[Untitled] by [Denis Gordeyev], p. 21. HOBBIT

[Untitled] by [Denis Gordeyev], p. 22. HOBBIT

[Untitled] by [Denis Gordeyev], p. 24. HOBBIT

Cirth de Gandalf 29 (November 1993)

"Editorial" by Nathalie Kotowski, p. 1. Editorial.

"Les Mardis et les Jeudis (suite)" by E. Mikhailova, pp. 2-4.

"Des Hobbits aux bytes: une petite historique critique..." by E. Schweicher, pp. 6-10. A study of Tolkien computer games.

"Les etudes de l'oeuvre de Tolkien" by Alain Jacques, pp. 11-15. Comments on Tolkien studies and published articles in Québec, Canada; includes a bibliography of those items in the French language from magazines and newspapers, stage plays of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, and fanzines from Le Club les Hobbits.

"Lettres de Lecteurs: A propos des Inklings" by David Doughan and David Cremona, p. 20. Comments on the article by Mikhailova from the prior issue.

"Livres" by [Nathalie Kotowski], pp. 21-22. The French publishers have combined The Silmarillion and Unfinished Tales into a single volume.

"Publications" by [Nathalie Kotowski], pp. 22-23. Reviews of Amon Hen, Athelas, Beyond Bree, Gwaihirze, Inklings, Lembas, and Mallorn.

"Petite Gazette" by [Nathalie Kotowski], pp. 23-24. Showing in Belgium of the BBC television program on the life of Tolkien; a Bulgarian cigarette with the brand name of Arda; interest in Tolkien's visit to Rotterdam, Holland, in 1958; and, news of the Finnish Tolkien Society's 1994 calendar.

ART: [Untitled] by Denis Gordeyev, cover. GANDALF

[Untitled] by [Denis Gordeyev], p. 1. HOBBIT

"L'éveil près des eaux de Cuivenen" by [Ryszard Derdzinski], p. 5. ELVES

"Mallorn" by M. Pudlik, p. 15. FLET, MALLORN

"Gandalf et Sam" by [Bonnie Bergstrom], p. 19. BAG-END, FRODO BAGGINS, GANDALF, SAMWISE GAMGEE

[Untitled] by [Denis Gordeyev], p. 21. HOBBIT

[Untitled] by [Denis Gordeyev], p. 22. HOBBIT

[Untitled] by [Denis Gordeyev], p. 23. HOBBIT

Organization: ? (?, Gomel, Byelarus)

Organization: Spolecenstvo, klub J.R.R. Tolkiena (Michal Bronec, Horackova 1208, 140 00 Prague, Czech Republic)

Activities: The group is very informal. They have parties, go walking in the woods, and poetry readings.

Publication: Bard [Czech, irregular, none published in 1993]. Subscription cost is unknown.

Organization: Spolecnost pratel dila pana J.R.R. Tolkiena (Filip Munz, Ant.Prochazky 48, BRNO 623 00 Czech Republic, tel. (42 5) 33 34 86 or Hynek Med, Lyskova 2073, Prague 155 00 Czech Republic tel. (42 2) 59 61 57)

Activities: The Czech Tolkien Society (The Society of Friends of the Work of J.R.R.Tolkien) was founded in Brno (the second largest city in the Czech Republic) in 1992 - on the date of the 100th anniversary of Tolkien's birth. We hereby present some information on these activities. The most important Society's activity seems to be the publishing of the magazines: The newsletter called The Palantír provides news on the current activities within the Society, reports of the events past and announcements of those under way, and brief articles on J.R.R. Tolkien's work and people connected with him. Thorin, the literary journal of the Society, comprises mostly the translations of passages from J.R.R. Tolkien's books unpublished so far in this country, specialized articles on Middle-Earth (including both translations and original work), reviews of the Professor's and other fantasy books and the members' own writing. It regularly includes a chapter from Basic Quenya textbook. In addition, the members of the Society, who come from different parts of both the Czech and Slovak Republics, have the opportunity to gather at regular meetings four times a year. These are: the Celebration of the Destruction of the Ring in the end of March; outdoor game motivated by The Lord of the Rings in June; the Bilbo and Frodo's Birthday in September; and last but not least, the Congress of the Czech Tolkien Society in the beginning of December in Brno, held as a part of the annual SF&F fans' meeting Dracon. The principal aim of the meetings is to enable close personal contact of the members; however, many enjoy the interesting lectures, exciting games and thrilling fencing tournaments held on these occasions, as well as the pompous feasts. The members of the Society are also allowed to make use of its library. It comprises all the official (and a number of unofficial) Czech publications of Tolkien's work and majority of the important writing by and about J.R.R. Tolkien available in English. In large cities, regular member's meetings are held (at places called after the English model, the smials). The other activities of the C.T.S. include maintenance and distribution of the address-list of the members, publishing of additional material, contact with the Czech publishers of Tolkien's books, the Tolkien Society in the UK and the Mythopoeic Society in the USA and work towards greater general knowledge about John Ronald Reuel Tolkien's work in the Czech Republic.

Publications: Palantir [Czech, quarterly]. Thorin [Czech, quarterly]. Subscription cost is $7 or by exchange.

Palantir 1/93 (1993) [not seen]

"Editorial", p. 1

"Dracon '92", p. 2.

"Knihovna", p. 3. "Library."

"Mapa Ardy", p. 4. "A map of Arda."

"Bibliografie", p. 6. "A bibliography."

"Sauronova usta", p. 7. "Mouth of Sauron."

Palantir 2/93 (1993) [not seen]

"Editorial", p. 1.

"Oslava Zniceni Prstenu", p. 3. "Destruction of the Ring."

"Historie Mythopoeicke Spolecnosti", p. 4. "History of Mythopoeic Society."

"Pan Prstenu - pravidla hry", p. 6. "Lord of the Rings - the rules of the game."

"Mapa Numenoru", p. 11. "A map of Númenor."

"Pos"ledni lod", p. 12. "The Last Ship."

"Knihovna", p. 14. "Library."

"Sauronova usta", p. 15. "Mouth of Sauron."

Palantir 3,4/93 (1993) [not seen]

"Editorial", p. 1.

"Rayner Unwin - zivot s nakladatelstvim", p. 3.

"Zajimavosti", p. 6. "Interest."

"Letterzin", p. 7.

"Parcon", p. 8.

"Mapa Beleriandu", p. 10. "A map of Beleriand."

"Narozeniny", p. 12. "Birthday."

"Tolkienova Spolecnost", p. 13. "Tolkien's Society."

"Bibliografie", p. 15. "Bibliography."

"Dracon '93", p. 18.

Palantir 5,6/93 (1993) [not seen]

"Editorial", p. 1.

"Sprava a usporadani Kraje", p. 3. "Law and Institutions in the Shire."

"Parcon II", p. 6.

"Trocha historie", p. 8. "A little bit of history."

"Veselice ve Dne Pytle", p. 12. "Merry-making at Bag-End."

"Zlomeny mec aneb Elrondovo doznani", p. 13. "Broken Ring or Elrond's Confession."

Thorin 1/93 (1993) [not seen]

"Sidar a pan ctyr mecu" by R. Waschka, p. 3. "Sidar and the Lord of Four Swords."

"Zaklady Quenya" by N. Martsch, p. 5. "Basic Quenya."

"Na obranu elfstiny aneb za cisty tengwar" by T. Rysanek, p. 9. "The Defence of the Elvish Language or Pure Tengwar."

"O Tuorovi a jeho prichodu do Gondolinu" by J.R.R. Tolkien, p. 10. "Of Tuor and His Coming to Gondolin."

"Roghar Drakobijce" by V. Chvatil, p. 25. "Roghar the Dragonkiller."

Thorin 2/93 (1993) [not seen]

"Zaklady Quenya" by N. Martsch, p. 3. "Basic Quenya."

"Quenyjska gramatika a slovni zasoba" by Jim Allan, p. 7. "Quenya Grammar and Vocabulary."

"O Tuorovi a jeho prichodu do Gondolinu" by J.R.R. Tolkien, p. 15. "Of Tuor and His Coming to Gondolin."

"Tolkienuv magicky prsten" by P.S. Beagle, p. 27. "Tolkien's Magic Ring."

Thorin 3/94 (1993) [not seen]

"Sidar a pan ctyr mecu by R. Waschka", p. 3. "Sidar and the Lord of Four Swords."

"Zaklady Quenya" by N. Martsch, p. 5. "Basic Quenya."

"Quenyjska gramatika a slovni zasoba" by J. Allan, p. 13. "Quenya Grammar and Vocabulary."

"Bitva o brody Zelize" by J.R.R. Tolkien, p. 18. "The Battle at the Fords of Isen."

"Runy" by T. Prokupek, p. 35. "The Runes."

Thorin 4/93 (1993) [not seen]

"Ztracena Cesta" by M. Misakova, p. 3. "The Lost Road."

"JRRT: Utek Noldoli" by J.R.R. Tolkien, p. 11. "The Flight of Noldoli."

"J. Fiala: Eldarske jazykolamy" by J. Fiala, p. 14. "Eldar's Tongue-twisters."

"Zaklady Quenya" by N. Martsch, p. 15. "Basic Quenya."

"Dragonlance" by K. Makovsky, p. 22.

"Stari pratele se potkavaji" by K. Makovsky, p. 24.

Organization: Danmarks Tolkienforening (Mølholtvej 90, 9300 Sæby, Denmark).

Activities: Danmarks Tolkiensforening was founded on 3 January and merged with Tolkiens Følge (founded on 22 September 1992) on 1 July. Meetings were held at Danmarks Radio on 4 January where they listened to recordings of the BBC interview with Tolkien and a Danish recording of The Hobbit read by the Grand Old Man in Danish acting, Ove Sprogøe. On 15-16 May a meeting was held at the home of the Danish illustrator of Tree and Leaf, Lars Physant. On 15 and 16 August they had a meeting in Viborg, Denmark, where they also began planning the great Tolkien event of 1994: Nordens Tolkien-festival '94. On 13-14 November they met in Copenhagen and went to an art exhibition of Queen Margrethe's paintings and cloaks. More informal meetings of a more private character have also been made where literary discussions took place.

Additional information: The society later adopted the name of Imladris - Danmarks Tolkienforening after a vote in 1994.

Publication: Athelas [Danish, quarterly]. Subscription cost is 150 DKK (Nordic countries), 200 DKK (elsewhere).

Athelas 1 (18 February 1993)

"Mae Govannen" by Lars-Terje Øland Lysemose, pp. 2-3. Editorial.

"Quite unexpected!: T-dag 3. januar 1993" by Inge Søbæk Lie-Olesen, pp. 5-13.

"I wish to make an ANNOUNCEMENT!", pp 14-15.

"Sært som NYT FRA BRI" by Lars-Terje Øland Lysemose, pp. 16-21.

"Hinsides Kløvedal" by Lars-Terje Øland Lysemose, pp. 22-26

"Anmeldelser" by Lars-Terje Øland Lysemose, pp. 27-28.

"There and Back Again" by Klaus Jørgensen, pp. 29-33. A travelogue describing Tolkien sites in Oxford, including photos of the Eagle and Child, the Eastgate Hotel and 20 Northmoor Road as well as a map of the area.

"Breve fra 'the Centenary'" by Mikael Ahlström, Patrik Sjöwall, René van Rossenberg, Magne Bergland, Inge Lie-Olesen, Gregory V. Grigorev, Malcolm Lindley, Klaus Jørgensen, Chris Oakey, Peter Buchs, Mads V. Stigaard, and Graeme P. Skinner, pp. 34-49.

"Eventyrhjørnet: De tre følgesvende og deres eventyr i Troldeskoven" by Lars-Terje Øland Lysemose, pp. 50-57.

"Tolkien i oversættelse: Om danske oversættelser" by Lars-Terje Øland Lysemose, pp. 58-61. Tolkien's translated works are discussed, including Tolkien's place-names translated into Danish (Ancient World-Bree).

"The Westron Page" by Lars-Terje Øland Lysemose, pp. 62-63.

ART: "Rohirrim" by Ryszard Derdzinski, p. 5. DEVICE OF ROHAN, ROHIRRIM

[Untitled] by Ryszard Derdzinski, p. 41. BALROG, CELEBDIL, DURIN'S TOWER

[Untitled] by Kossner, p. 52. HOBBITS

Athelas 2 (8 July 1993)

"Mae Govannen" by Lars-Terje Øland Lysemose, p. 2. Editorial.

"I wish to make an ANNOUNCEMENT", pp. 4-5. Society news.

"Hobbit-træf på Nyrupgaard" by Inge Søbæk and Kai Harrekilde-Petersen, pp.6-8. Minutes from a hobbit meeting at Nyrupgaard, Denmark.

"Saurons lange arm" by Lars-Terje Øland Lysemose, pp. 10-11. Report on a visit with the members of the Sociedad Tolkien Española, in Barcelona, Spain; includes photo.

"En ny skygge - en rollespilsidé til Midgårds fjerde alder" by Anders Blixt and Kathrin Vestergren, translated by Lars-Terje Øland Lysemose, pp. 12-16. Role playing guidelines for a Fourth Age scenario where evil returns in the form of Sauron's daughter.

"Breve til Athelas" by Martin Frøsig, Mads V. Stigaard, Pablo J. Ginés Rodríguez, Inge Søbæk, Anders Liden, René van Rossenberg, Atsuko Onouchi, Eva Jangö, Lis Nielsen, Kurt G. Nielsen, Mikael Ahlström, Bjarke Friborg, and Michael Everson, pp. 17-26

"Anmeldelser" by Lars-Terje Øland Lysemose, pp. 27-28. Reviews of J.R.R. Tolkien: Life and Legend and Tolkien's World: Paintings of Middle-earth.

"Tolkien større end Elvis?" by Lars Physant, p. 29. Review of the television program "J.R.R. Tolkien - A Portrait of John Ronald Reuel Tolkien, 1892-1973."

"Anmeldelser af fanziner" by Lars-Terje Øland Lysemose, pp. 30-33. Reviews of Amon Hen, Angerthas, Beyond Bree, Buckland News, Certhas Angmar, Cirth de Gandalf, Estel, Gwaihirze, Legolas, Lembas, Little Gwaihir, Medlemsbladet , Mythlore, Other Hands, Quettar, Ringen, The Tolkien Collector and Vinyar Tengwar.

"Hinsides Kløvedal" by Lars-Terje Øland Lysemose, pp. 34-35. News.

"Fantasien til magten!" by Ebbe Kløvedal Reich, Lars Physant and Martin Frøsig, pp. 36-39. Discussion on illustrating Tolkien's work.

"Tolkiens skabelsesberetning som den kommer frem i Silmarillion" by Bjarke Friborg, pp. 40-41. Tolkien's Story of the Creation as it appears in The Silmarillion.

"Nyt fra Bri" by Lars-Terje Øland Lysemose, Kim Skotte, Sussi Hviid, Esse, Jak, Bo Tao Michäelis, jsp, and Jan Lyderik, pp. 42-49. News about the society and newspaper clippings about Tolkien and the society: "Troldmanden fra Oxford" in Det fri Aktuelt (6 February), "Tolkien længe leve" in Fyens Stifstidende (11 March), "Tolkien forening" in Aalborg Stiftstidende (15 March), "Tolkien har fået en navnløs dansk forening" in Information (13 March), "Eventyrernes herre" in Berlingske Tidende (13 March), "Hobitten" in Dagbladet Politiken (15 March), "Blad for Hobbitomaner" in Det fri Aktuelt (12 March), and "Portræt af en hobbit" from Morgenavisen Jyllands-Posten (14 March).

"J.R.R. Tolkiens stedfortræder på jorden" by Mikael Ahlström, translated by Lars-Terje Øland Lysemose, pp. 50-53. Article on the role of Christopher Tolkien in relationship to his father's works; includes a photo of Christopher Tolkien.

"The Westron Page" by Lars-Terje Øland Lysemose, p. 54. Society news.

ART: "Morwena przy kabed Naeramarth" by Malgorzata Pudlik, cover. MORWEN, STONE OF THE HAPLESS

[Untitled] by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 6. HOBBITS

[Untitled] by Ron Ploeg, p. 9. FARMER GILES, GIANT

"Amon Rúdh" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 12. AMON RÛDH

[Untitled] by Ryszard Derdzinski, p. 21. BARD, ESGAROTH, SMAUG

"Beren a Luthien" by Ryszard Derdzinski, p. 26. BEREN, LÚTHIEN

[Untitled] by Leen Zuydgeest, p. 28. MERIADOC BRANDYBUCK, PEREGRIN TOOK, TREEBEARD

[Untitled] by Jørgen Mathiasen, p. 42. BAG-END, BILBO BAGGINS, GANDALF

Athelas 3 (3 October 1993)

"Mae Govannen" by Lars-Terje Øland Lysemose, p. 2. Editorial.

"I wish to make an ANNOUNCEMENT", pp. 4-5. Society news.

"Nordisk Tolkien-festival '94", p. 6. Information on the Northern Tolkien Festival '94.

"Nyt fra Bri" by Lars-Terje Øland Lysemose, pp. 7-11.

"Det var engang et møde..." by Mads V. Stigaard, pp. 12-13. Report on meeting in Viborg.

"Bogskogen 1993" by Kim Hansen, pp. 14-15. Report of a camping event held by the Swedish group Angmar Malmö Tolkiensällskap during which games, pomp and parties were commonplace.

"Om Kalevala og Tolkien" by Bjarke Friborg, pp. 16-19. Enthusiastic comments on the Kalevala: its history, difference with other Nordic mythology and its influence on Tolkien.

"Hinsides Kløvedal" by Lars-Terje Øland Lysemose, p. 20.

"Syv medlodier til Tolkiens værker: Badesang & Sangen om Tinùviel" by Waldemar Møller Sørensen, pp. 21-27.

"Breve til Athelas" by Mary Butler, John West, Mads V. Stigaard, Magne Bergland, René van Rossenberg, Nils Ivar Agøy, Søren Fisker, Paul Kater, Gerhard Menzl, Jørgen Mathiasen, Samhost d. Tapre, and Peter Bengtsen, pp. 28-36.

"Anmeldelser af fanziner" by Lars-Terje Øland Lysemose, pp. 37-38. Reviews of Amon Hen, Angerthas, Beyond Bree, Buckland News, Cirth de Gandalf, Galathilion, Hirgons Snugga, Legolas, Lembas, Little Gwaihir, Ravenhill, The Tolkien Collector and Vinyar Tengwar.

"Quenya for begyndere: Lektion 1" by Nancy Martsch and Taum Santoski, translated by Lars-Terje Øland Lysemose, pp. 39-44. Quenya for beginners: introduction and first lesson.

"Stadens hjälte, stadens räddare" by Kjell Borgström, p. 45. Swedish poem.

"Tolkien i oversættelse: Fra Brihøj til Dødebakken" by Lars-Terje Øland Lysemose, pp. 46-47. Tolkien's place-names translated into Danish (Bree Hill-Death Down).

"Engelsk kryds-og-tværs" by Lars-Terje Øland Lysemose, p. 48. Tolkien word puzzle.

"The Westron Page" by Lars-Terje Øland Lysemose, p. 54. Society news.

ART: [Untitled] by Ron Ploeg, cover. CHRYSOPHYLAX DIVES, FARMER GILES OF HAM, TAILBITER

[Untitled] by Ron Ploeg, p. 9. TROLL

"Bygmand Smømblomst" by Ron Ploeg, p. 12. BARLIMAN BUTTERBUR

[Untitled] by Ron Ploeg, p. 15. ORC

[Untitled] by Ron Ploeg, p. 19. TROLL

[Untitled] by Ron Ploeg, p. 13. BILBO BAGGINS, GANDALF, STONE TROLL

[Untitled] by Ron Ploeg, p. 20. DEVICE OF SAURON, ORC

[Untitled] by Ron Ploeg, p. 36. BILBO BAGGINS, GANDALF, ONE RING

[Untitled] by Ron Ploeg, p. 44. BILBO BAGGINS, GANDALF, ONE RING

Organization: Suomen Tolkien-seura ry [Swedish: Tolkiensällskapet i Finland rf; English: Finnish Tolkien Society] (P.O. Box 215, FIN- 00131 Helsinki, Finland).

Activities: J.R.R. Tolkien 101th Anniversary and Finnish Tolkien Society 1st Anniversary Celebration was held in Helsinki, Finland, on 3 January. Extraordinary General Meeting was held in Helsinki, Finland, on 25 March. The Annual General Meeting and Springmoot occurred in Helsinki, Finland, on 24 April. The Summer Outing (including The I Taniquetilic Games) was held at the Suomenlinna Sea Fortress, Helsinki, Finland, on 31 July; the Wintermoot in Helsinki, Finland, on 18 December. Participated with an information and sales desk at Finncon 93 SF festival in Helsinki, Finland, on 7-8 August. A t-shirt was produced that month. The organization's library (a small collection of Tolkien books and fanzines) opened on 24 April (address: c/o Finnish Comics Society, Kauppakartanonkatu 16, 00930 Helsinki, Finland, open Monday and Wednesday from 4 pm to 8 pm Tuesday and Thursday from noon to 4 pm). A subcommittee participated since September in organising jointly with other Nordic Tolkien societies the Northern Tolkien Festival in Upsala, Sweden, in June 1994; a meeting of the international committee, with the Finnish members present, was held in Stockholm, Sweden, on 23 October. The Smial of the Year Competition ran throughout the year.

Notable Event: The organisation was officially registered by the Ministry of Justice in November, letters ry/rf (rekisteröity yhdistys/registerad förening = registered association) added to the name.

Publications: Legolas [Finnish/English, quarterly]. Hobittilan Sanomat [Finnish, irregular]. News from the Quenya Country [English,

irregular]. Membership fee FIM 50 (Finland/Sweden, includes subscription to Legolas and Hobittlan Sanomat); FIM 60 (world,. includes subscription to Legolas, News from the Quenya Country and Hobittlan Sanomat).

Additional publication: Suomen Tolkien-Seuran Kalenteri [Finnish/English, one-shot]. Cost is FIM 30 (Finland); FIM 35/SEK 50 (Scandinavia); FIM 45/£5.50 (Europe); FIM 50/$9 (world).

Additional information: Hobittilan Sanomat and News from the Quenya Country merged into a single publication in 1994.

Hobittilan Sanomat erikoisnumero 1 [extra issue] (March 1993)

"Kokouskutsu", p. 1. "Meeting invitation"

"Kadonneiden jäsenten kirja: eilo mustia aukkoja jäsenluettelossa", p. 1.

Hobittilan Sanomat 5 (April 1993)

"Arvoisa jäsen!", p. 1. "Honored member!"

"Näkykivessä nähtyä: Tolkien-maailman pikku-uutisia", pp. 2-3.

"Kirjasto avauttuu!", p. 3.

"Nãin Löydät (?)---", p. 4.

Hobittilan Sanomat 6 (July 1993)

"Anar kala!", p. 1.

"Näkykivessä nähtyä: Tolkien-maailman pikku-uutisia", pp. 2-3.

"Pöytäkirja Suomen Tolkien-seuran vuosikokouksesta" by Sampsa Sihvola and Marjo Hamari, pp. 3-4. "Minutes of the yearly meeting of the Finnish Tolkien Society"

ART: [Untitled] by [Ron Ploeg], p. 1. HOBBITS

Hobittilan Sanomat 7 (October 1993)

[Untitled] by Merja Polvinen, p. 1.

"Kutsu", p. 1. "Invitation"

"Näkykivessä nähtyä: Tolkien-maailman pikku-uutisia", pp. 2-3.

"Kirjaston kuulumisia", p. 3.

Hobittilan Sanomat 8 (December 1993)

"Joulutervehdys!" by Merja Polvinen, p. 1.

"Kutsu", p. 1. "Invitation"

"Wanted!", p. 2.

"Suomen Tolkien-seura ry:n säännöt", pp. 3-4.

Legolas 3/1992 [January 1993]

"Hei Taas, Pitkästä Aikaa..." by Johanna Vainikainen, p. 2.

"Taniquetil" by Mikael Ahlström, p. 4.

"Smial-palsta" by Hanna Järvinen, pp. 5-6. Smial information.

"Keskustelua" by Petri Hiltunen, Kassu Valtakari, Matti Tanska, Vesa Lehtinen, Sauli Santikko, Mika-Petri Lauronen, and Esa Tabermann, pp. 7-19. On-going discussion of the works of Robert E. Howard and J.R.R. Tolkien.

"Lord of the Rings: roolipeli keski-maasta" by Mika Laaksonen, pp. 20-22. Review of "Lord of the Rings Adventure Game."

"Tolkienia Jyväskylän kesässä" by Sari Polvinen and Pauli Salo, pp. 26-27. Report of the Tolkien Day (10 June 1992) at Jyväskylä [Finland] Arts Festival, including notes on the musical adaptation of Ainulindalë which was performed there.

"Kauan kaivattu juttu eli terveiset The Tolkien Phenomenonista" by Hanna Järvinen, pp. 28-29. Report on The Tolkien Phenomenon conference held in Turku, Finland, in May 1992.

"Vuosisadan Odotettu Juhla Uskomaton Tolkien-viikko kiteytti Keski-Maan hengen" by Mikael Ahlström, pp. 30-49. Extensive report on the Tolkien Centenary Conference in Oxford, England, in August 1992; includes many photographs of Oxford and conference attendees.

"Middle-earth Media" by Mikael Ahlström, pp. 50-51. Reviews of Aiya, Amon Hen, Angerthas, Beyond Bree, Cirth de Gandalf, Kontulainen, Little Gwaihir, Mallorn, Minas Tirith Evening-Star, Ravenhill/Chronicles of the Restoration, and Vinyar Tengwar.

"Kirjauutisia Keski-Maasta" by Mikael Ahlström, pp. 51-53.

"Ristikon Ratkaisu", p. 55. Crossword puzzle answers.

"Something like English Summary" by Johanna Vainikainen, p. 59. Highlights of the issue in English.

ART: [Untitled] by Kaisa Mäki-Petäjä, p. 13. ONE RING

[Untitled] by Tapio Laitinen, p. 19. ORC

[Untitled] by Merja Polvinen, p. 30. HOBBIT

[Untitled] by Merja Polvinen, p. 31. GANDALF, SHADOWFAX

Legolas 4/1992 [March 1993]

"Heipähei," by Johanna Vainikainen, p. 2. Editorial.

"Taniquetil" by Mikael Ahlström, p. 4.

"Smial-palsta" by Hanna Järvinen, p. 5. Smial information and competition.

"Hirviöitä Vai Kriitikoita" by Mikael Ahlström and Merja Polvinen, pp. 9-10. Reviews of J.R.R. Tolkien (Stimpson) and J.R.R. Tolkien: The Shores of Middle-earth.

"Tiedonantoja" by [Mikael Ahlström], p. 10. Announcements.

"Viestejä kunniajäseniltä" by Tove Jansson, p. 11. Letter.

"Sankareita, Onko Heitä?" by M-P Lauronen, pp. 17-19. View of fantasy heroes, what they are and similarities between them.

"Middle-earth Media" by Mikael Ahlström, pp. 22-23. Reviews of Amon Hen, Beyond Bree, Buckland News, Certhas Angmar, J.R.R. Tolkien Collecting and Bibliography Special Interest Group Magazine, Lembas, Little Gwaihir, Mythlore, Ravenhill, and Vinyar Tengwar.

"Näkykivessä nähtyä: Tolkien-maailman uutispalsta" by Mikael Ahlström and Christopher Tolkien, pp. 24-26. Finnish/English information about the publication of Morgoth's Ring; "The New Shadow"; the Danmarks Tolkienforening's formation; plans for a new English language Tolkien fanzine from Sweden; and, delays in the broadcast of the television series "Hobbits" based on The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. Includes photo of Christopher Tolkien.

"Something like English Summary" by Johanna Vainikainen, p. 27. History of the Finnish Tolkien Society and highlights of the issue in English.

ART: "Ennennäkomättömät, fig 12. Rehellinen örkki." by Anssi Rauhala, p. 17. ORC

[Untitled] by Anssi Rauhala, p. 18. HOBBIT

[Untitled] by Merja Polvinen, p. 26. HOBBIT

Legolas 1/1993 [April 1993]

"Hautakerosta päivää!!!" by Marko Kivelä, p. 2. Editorial: should the organization be totally focused on Tolkien?

"Taniquetil" by Mikael Ahlström, p. 4.

"Hei!!! Ja taas kerran tässä smialpalsta" by Hanna Järvinen, pp. 5-6. Smial information.

"Tarina Sarjan Herrasta" by Sampsa Sihvola, pp. 7-11. Interview with the director of the Finnish television series "Hobbits"; includes photographs of the characters.

"Keskustelua" by Matti Tanska, pp. 13-14. More comments on heroes in fantasy stories.

"Uutisia, ilmoituksia yms." by Mika P. Nimeminen, p. 15.

"Middle-earth Media" by Mikael Ahlström, pp. 16-17. Reviews of Amon Hen, Athelas, Beyond Bree, Buckland News, Lembas, Little Gwaihir, Minas Tirith Evening-Star, Mythlore, The Tolkien Collector and Vinyar Tengwar.

"Vinyar parmar: keski-maan kirjat" by Mikael Ahlström, p. 22. Review of The Road to Middle-earth (2nd ed.) and news of new Tolkien books/items to be published by HarperCollins.

"Tarja tulkitsi taustat: WSOY ei ole unohtanut Tolkienia" by Mikael Ahlström, p. 27. Interview with the Finnish traslator of Tolkien: the Illustrated Encyclopedia which includes a photo of the translator.

"Something like english summary" by Jukka Halme, p. 35. Highlights of the issue in English.

ART: [Untitled] by Petri Hiltunen, cover. BOROMIR, THE EYE, GREAT HORN, ORCS

[Untitled] by Jukka Halme, p. 6. ORCS

"Brethil" by Ian Allen, p. 27. BRETHIL

Legolas 2/1993 [July 1993]

"Pääkirjoitus" by Johanna Vainikainen, p. 2. Editorial.

"Taniquetil" by Merja Polvinen, p. 4.

"Smialpalsta" by Hanna Järvinen, pp. 5-6. Smial information.

"Kootut selitykset" by Jussi Tuhkanen, p. 6. "Complete explanation."

"Lukijankirjeitä" by Anu Pölkki, Jaakko Kankaanpää, Sami Kaarla, Jarmo Ollikainen, Mikael Ahlström, Merja Polvinen, and Mika-Petri Lauronen, pp. 7-13. Comments on whether the Finnish Tolkien Society should remain a 'fantasy' group or solely Tolkien oriented.

"Tapahtumia:", pp. 14-15.

"Tolkien-seuran uusi hallitus" by M[ikael] Ahlström, pp. 16-17. Biographies and photos of the new committee of the FTS.

"Näkykivessä nähtyä: Tolkien-maailman uutispalsta" by Mikael Ahlström, pp. 18-19. News.

"Hirviöitä vai kriitikoita?" by Merja Polvinen, pp. 19-20. Review of Splinterd Light: Logos and Language in Tolkien's World.

"Middle-earth Media" by Mikael Ahlström, pp. 25-27. Reviews of Aglared, Angerthas, Beyond Bree, Buckland News, Cirth de Gandalf, Little Gwaihir, Medlemsbladet, Mustainmaan Sotahuuto, Mythlore, The Tolkien Collector, and Vinyar Tengwar.

"Nimi- ja logokilpailu", p. 42. Search for a new name and logo for the Finnish Tolkien Society.

"Something like English Summary" by Johanna Vainikainen, p. 43. Highlights of the issue in English and comments on the direction of Legolas.

Legolas 3/1993 [December 1993]

"Pahoitteluni!" by Johanna Vainikainen, p. 2. Editorial.

"Taniquetil" by Merja Polvinen, p. 4.

"Smialpalsta" by Hanna Järvinen, pp. 5-6. Smial information.

"Lukijoilta" by Marko Kivelä, Anu Pölkki, Sami Kaarla, Jukka Räsänen, Matti Tanska, and Tuomas Toivonen, pp. 7-12.

"Uutisia!" by Johanna Vainikainen, p. 15. News.

"Vinyar parmar: keski-maan kirjat" by Mikael Ahlström, pp. 18-19. Review of Tolkien's World: Paintings of Middle-earth.

"Middle-earth Media: Mitä muut kirjoittivat?" by Mikael Ahlström, pp. 25-27. Reviews of Amon Hen, Athelas, Beyond Bree, Cirth de Gandalf, Gwaihirze, Lembas, Little Gwaihir, Medlemsbladet, Minas Tirith Evening-Star, and Vinyar Tengwar.

"Näkykivessä nähtyä: Tolkien-maailman uutispalsta" by Mikael Ahlström and Priscilla Tolkien, pp. 18-19. News of Priscilla Tolkien; the U.S. Air Force Band's CD/cassette release of de Meij's The Lord of the Rings symphony; "Leaf by Niggle" performed in The Netherlands; formation of the Società Tolkieniana Italiana; the merging of Tolkiens Følge and the Danmarks Tolkienforeingen; and, a letter from Priscilla Tolkien thanking the FTS for a gift and describing her father's opinion of Finland.

"Something like English Summary" by Johanna Vainikainen, p. 47. Highlights of the issue in English.

ART: "Turin Turambar" by Jukka Halme, cover. GURTHANG, TÚRIN

[Untitled] by Marko Koskinen, p. 19. MERIADOC BRANDYBUCK, PEREGRIN TOOK, TREEBEARD

News from the Quenya Country 1 (May 1993)

"Málor!" by Mikael [Ahlström], p. 1. Greetings and introduction to the new English newsletter.

"The New Committee", p. 1. A list of the new committee members chosen at the 24 April Annual General Meeting, includes photo.

"Hobbits on TV!!!", p. 1. Description of the live-action Finnish television series, "Hobbits," based on The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings.

"Watch Out for Barrow-wights", p. 1. Information about the Hautakero smial and its publication, Mustainmaan sotahuuto.

News from the Quenya Country 2 (August 1993)

"Málor!" by Mikael [Ahlström] p. 1. The editor's problems with keeping up with his Tolkien activities and armed forces duties.

"Summer Sociabilities", p. 1. Account of the Summer Outing held on 31 July in Suomenlinna, Finland.

"Archives Opened", p. 1. The society's archives are housed in the Finnish Comics Society's archives in Helsinki, Finland.

"Forthcoming Events", p. 1. Future events planned: the second anniversary celebration of the FTS and the Nordic Tolkien Festival.

News from the Quenya Country 3 (December 1993)

"Málor!" by Mikael [Ahlström], p. 1. Editorial.

"The Northern Tolkien Festival", p. 1. Description of the planned Northern Tolkien Festival.

"Finnish Tolkien Society Winter Agenda", p. 1. Planned meetings for the winter.

"At Last! FTS Officially Recognised", p. 1. The FTS is recognized by the Registry of Associations.

Suomen Tolkien-Seuran Kalenteri (November 1993)

[Untitled] by [Sampsa Sihvola?], p. 26. Artist information.

ART: [Untitled] by Petri Hiltunen, cover. BALROG, BRIDGE OF KHAZÂD-DÛM, THE EYE, GANDALF, GLAMDRING, ORCS, TROLL

[Untitled] by Petri Hiltunen, p. 1. GANDALF, GWAIHIR

[Untitled] by Jukka-Petteri Halme, p. 3. ÉOWYN, LORD OF THE NAZGÛL

[Untitled] by Mikko Raunonpoika Juhola, p. 5. BILBO BAGGINS, SMAUG

[Untitled] by Petri Hiltunen, p. 7. BALROG, BRIDGE OF KHAZÂD-DÛM, THE EYE, GANDALF, GLAMDRING, ORCS, TROLL

[Untitled] by Jukka-Petteri Halme, p. 9. ANGRIST, BEREN, DRAUGLIN, LÚTHIEN, SILMARIL

[Untitled] by Mikko Raunonpoika Juhola, p. 11. BEORN

[Untitled] by Petri Hiltunen, p. 13. FRODO BAGGINS, SAMWISE GAMGEE, SHELOB

[Untitled] by Jukka-Petteri Halme, p. 15. ANCALAGON, VINGILOT

[Untitled] by Mikko Raunonpoika Juhola, p. 17. GOLLUM

[Untitled] by Petri Hiltunen, p. 19. FRODO BAGGINS, SAMWISE GAMGEE

[Untitled] by Jukka-Petteri Halme, p. 21. SAURON

[Untitled] by Mikko Raunonpoika Juhola, p. 23. ONE RING

Sub-organizations ("Smials"):

Elendili (Saku Saaristo, Karhunpolku 6A, 38210 Vammala, Finland).

Evenholtin Metsäsiat (Matti Eräsaari, Koivukatu 9, 40630 Jyväskylä, Finland).

Hautakero (Sampsa Sihvola, Laivurinkatu 33 C 66, 00150 Helsinki, Finland).

Activities: Biweekly meetings. Held an annual Easter convention from 10-11 April in Laajasalo, Helsinki, Finland; annual midsummer feast 25-27 June in Karhusaari, Sipoo, Finland; annual fall-bakkanaal on 28 September in Linnunlaulu, Helsinki, Finland, to celebrate the capture of those miserable no-good hobbits. Other activities include roleplaying, strategy games, happenings, etc.

Publications: Aineklainejasentiedote [Finnish, irregular]. Free to members. Mustainmaan Sotahuuto [Finnish/English, irregular]. No subscription (30 Finnish marks for issue 1).

Aineklainejäsentiedote 1 (1993) [not seen]

Aineklainejäsentiedote 2 (1993) [not seen]

Aineklainejäsentiedote 3 (1993)

"Tervetuloa Smyal Hautakieron Ihmeelliseen Maailmaan!", pp. 1-3.

"Muita Menoja:", p. 4.

"Mustainmaan Sotahuuto #2", p. 4.

Mustainmaan Sotahuuto 1 (1993)

"Herjätkää, vartiotorni kaatuu" by Mika P. Nieminen, pp. 3-4.

"Gonne wythe ringe" by Petri Hiltunen, pp. 5-6.

"Uutisia, uutisia, uutisia...", pp. 7-8. "News, news, news..."

"Pikkuilmot", p. 9.

"Drinkkivinkit", p. 12.

"Don't say that name!" by Jukka Räsänen, pp. 13-14. Humorous interview with a barrow wight.

"Minas Tirithin 'Gandalf' ei antaudu!" by Mika P. Nieminen and Jukka Halme, pp. 15-18.

"Tolkien Song" by [Jukka] Halme and [Petri] Hiltunen, p. 18. Rather irreverent song about Tolkien and his stories.

"Päivän puheet:" by Jukka Laajarinne, p. 19.

ART: [Untitled] by Petri Hiltunen, cover. ORC, WARG

[Untitled] by Jukka Halme, p. 9. HOBBIT

"Gonne withe ringe: lurve never dyes" by [Petri Hiltunen], pp. 10-11. ÉOWYN, THE EYE, LORD OF THE NAZGÛL, MINAS TIRITH, OLIPHANTS

[Untitled] by Jukka Laajarinne, p. 15. GANDALF

"Oddlugg Spleenripper, luoteltava silminnäkijä: 'Gaa!'" by Jukka Halme, p. 15. ORC

"Mordor Vice - ryhmäjohtaja Grizvig Dirtball" by Jukka Halme, p. 16. ORC

"Grond" by Jukka Halme, p. 17. GROND

"Bilge Guttrot" by Jukka Halme, p. 17. ORC

[Untitled] by Petri Hiltunen, back cover. ARAGORN II, GANDALF, HOBBIT

Mustainmaan Sotahuuto 2 (17 December 1993)

"Pääkirjoitus" by Jukka Halme, p. 2. "Editorial"

"Englishe Summare summarum", p. 2. English summary.

"Freudilainen Seksuaalisymboliikka J.R.R. Tolkienin Tuotannossa" by Tapani Ronni, pp. 13-14. Freudian symbolism in The Lord of the Rings.

"Cristoffee Tolkien: Taru Sormusten Herroista" by Petri Hiltunen, Tapani Kuningas, J.R.R. Bullshit, Jukka Laajarinne, Jukka Halme, Sami Kaarla, Tapani Ronni, Marko Kivelä, Mika P. Nieminen, Jukka Räsänen, Matti Tanska, Jukka Laajarinne, Hannele Parviala, and Anssi Makkonen, pp. 15-19, 22-39. Tolkien scenes rewritten from the pens of the likes of Monty Python, Bill Watterson, Jim Morrison, Terry Pratchett, Robert E. Howard, Barbara Cartland, Franz Kafka, and Edgar Rice Burroughs (to name a few).

ART: [Untitled] by Jukka Halme, wraparound cover. DEVICE OF ROHAN, ÉOWYN, LORD OF THE NAZGÛL, MERIADOC BRANDYBUCK, MINAS TIRITH, NAZGÛL'S FLYING BEAST

"Mandosin Salit" by Petri Hiltunen, p. 9. ELVES

"The Lord of the Ringes: Mordor Strikes Back" by Petri Hiltunen, pp. 20-21. GANDALF, LORD OF THE NAZGÛL, NAZGÛL'S FLYING BEASTS, OLIPHANTS

[Untitled] by Sami Kaarla, p. 22. BILBO BAGGINS, GANDALF, ONE RING

[Untitled] by Sami Kaarla, p. 28. FRODO BAGGINS, ONE RING

[Untitled] by Hannele Parviala, p. 34. ÉOWYN, FARAMIR

[Untitled] by Mikko Juhola, p. 39. GANDALF, HOBBIT

Henneth Annun (Jarmo Ollikainen, Suottamonniemi, 73100 Lapinlahti, Finland).

Heren Istarion (Jaakko Toivonen, Vellamontie 5 c 62, 28370 Pori, Finland).

Meidän smial (c/o Mikael Ahlström, Ripusuontie 18, FIN-00660 Helsinki, Finland).

Activities: The smial's activities are completely unofficial and informal (they do not participate in the Smial of the Year competition). In 1993, they have included occasional meetings at the members' homes and a singing performance at the Springmoot. Most of the membership live in Helsinki, Finland.

Mordor (Jarno Rinta-Valkama, Lammentie 14, 65230 Vaasa, Finland).

Nazgûl (Tuomas Takala, Joukahaisentie 7, 15870 Hollola, Finland).

Peikkokorpi/Pinnath Tereg (Tero Rissa, Hanhikintie 8, 62100 Lapua, Finland).

Activities: Weekly meetings at the home of Tero Rissa. The group presented an exhibition about Tolkien at the city of Lapua [Finland] library on 29 May.

Publications: Galenas [planned, unknown if any were published in 1993].

Perniön smial (Mikael Öhman, Kuivasto, 25500 Pernio, Finland).

Pohjoisneljännys (Eppu Errasti, Neilikkatie 13 B 10, 98580 Oulu, Finland).

Activities: Meetings are held two to four times a month. Member's birthday parties are celebrated with food, music, dance and merrymaking. Pohjoisneljännys produced a library display of Tolkien in addition to an introductory lecture of the Finnish Tolkien Society which was presented at a role-playing convention organized by the Oulu Town Library, the Oulu SF Society "Polaris" and the Northern Ostrobothnia Summer University, in Oulu, Finland, from 27-28 March. An improvised The Lord of the Rings performance featuring glimpses of the great saga was presented at Oulu pedestrian street on 1 May. A Yule celebration held on 22 December included prepared dishes, music and dance. There is cooperation between Pohjoisneljännys and the Oulu SF Society "Polaris" and Society for Creative Anarchronism Oulu local group.

Raisa (Johanna Iso-Järvenpää, Yrttikuja, Raisio, Finland).

Additional information: The smial was not listed as a smial in 1994.

Rauma (Sakari Männistö, Gävlenkatu 4, 26100 Rauma, Finland).

Additional information: The smial was not listed as a smial in 1994.

Telcontar (Inari Kylänen, Airoparintie 5-7 c17, 00980 Helsinki, Finland).

Activities: The smial held weekly meetings and had many activities, including sledding, theatre going and organizing two live action role playing games (and attended three others). Also, they played laser survival games many times and attended (as an audience) in almost all notable science fiction and fantasy events in Finland. Telcontar organized an exhibition about Tolkien and his work at the Itakeskus [Finland] library from 28 June to 17 July. They held a video evening dedicated to science fiction movies, celebrated hobbit birthdays, went skating once and started filming their own movie (still not finished). The group presented the golden straightjacket award, attended all meetings held by the Finnish Tolkien Society and celebrated Yuletide. They celebrated one year of existence and had a GOOD TIME!

Additional information: They are fighting for the medals of the smial competition. Tynkakansan Invaasio ended publication with issue 2 in 1993.

Publication: Tynkakansan Invaasio [Finnish, irregular]. Forgil [Finnish, planned for 1994]. No membership fee.

Tynkakansan Invaasio 2 [Spring 1993]

[Untitled] by Inari [Kylänen] and Kaisa, p. 1. Announces the growth of the smial and informs the smial members of their standing in the smial competition.

Tirion (Kaisa Mäki-Petäjä, Koutosentie 36, 69100 Kannus, Finland).

Activities: The smial created the Gate of Moria stickers in April (not available at the moment) and redrew their group's logo. They presented an exhibition about Tolkien at the Nivala [Finland] Library from 4-8 July. Live action roleplaying meetings took place in Kannus, Finland, on 19-20 July and 17-19 September, and in Nivala, Finland, on 12-14 November. Tirion took part in one live action role playing meeting arranged by the Telcontar smial in Helsinki. Contact is mainly by mail and telephone.

Additional information: A local newspaper, Kaleva, had an article about Tirion and live action role playing.

Publications: Sanan Säilä [planned for 1994]. The Tirion Times [planned for 1994].

Tol Thoron (Teemu Eskola, Kirkkokatu 10 A 9, 48100 Kotka, Finland; international contact: Vesku Nopanen, Hirventie 50, 48230 Kotka, Finland).

Publication: Kontulainen [Finnish, irregular, unknown if any were published in 1993]. Subscription cost is 15 Finnish marks or $4.

Turku smial (Tino Warinowski, Varstakuja 8 as. 1, 21260 Raisio, Finland).

Additional information: The smial was not listed as a smial in 1994.

Valkoinen Neuvosto (Karri Miettinen, Rautatienkatu 6B, 13210 Hämeenlinna, Finland).

Independent publication: Scholarship & Fantasy: Proceedings of The Tolkien Phenomenon (English Dept/Tolkien, University of Turku, FIN- 20500 Turku, Finland). Cost is FIM 120 (world).

"Foreword: The Tolkien Phenomenon", pp. 2-3. It is appropriate to honor Tolkien during his centenary year due to interest in his philological work, his literature and his affect on the arts and culture.

"The Magic of Words: J.R.R. Tolkien and Finland" by Luigi de Anna, pp. 7-19. Tolkien had a very special interest in Finnish although he was not an expert. Its sound and structure fascinated him. This and the Kalevala provided a germ for his earliest mythology, wrting and creation for an Elvish language.

"Familiarity and distance: Quenya's relation to Finnish" by Helena Rautala, pp. 21-31. Although Tolkien loved finnishe for its 'beauty', Quenya bear little relationship to it other than its richness in vowels and a handful of words that have similar meanings. Some works look like Finnish, other are close but have dissimilar meanings. The Quenya/Finnish consonant uses are not alike and most of Quenya seems to be Germanic/Celtic based in the way that it is constructed. A meeting of the Elvish and Finnish peoples may have brought about the similarities but neither language was based on the other.

"The Influence of Archaeology and History on Tolkien's World" by Christina Scull, pp. 33-51. Many of Tolkien's place descriptions and cultural ideas might be influenced by real world architecture and past cultures. These include (for example): the cave drawings found by North Polar Bear and palaeolithic/mesolithic paintings; Stone Age/Bronze Age barrows and lake villages (barrows and Laketown); use of slanting sides and lintel for Elvish architecture; Egyptian parallels (crowns, kingdoms, burial customs, massive statuary); late Roman Empire parallels (divided kingdom, incorporation of other outlying tribes, road systems, Pantheon/Sauron's temple in Númenor); Middle Age parallels (color naming of books, Marco-Blanco/Hengest-Horsa, warfare between kingdoms, burned manuscripts, dike creation, The Golden Hall/Norse Hall, burial mounds); minaret at Samarra, Iraq (Orthanc); and, the hidden Incan city of Vilcabamba (Gondolin). Many illustrations are included.

"Some Notes on Giants in Tolkien's Writings" by Anders Stenström, pp. 53-71. Stone-giants from The Hobbit are a troublesome curiousity in Middle-earth. An examination of the workd 'giant' reveals three different meanings (A) a skillful, older and wiser being than the gods, (B) stupid and dangerous enemies of God and man, and (C) a hero or champion. The word (and variants of) giant are explored in The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, Farmer Giles of Ham and The History of Middle-earth series. The giants in Tolkien books are similar to the type B giant above. Further comments are made regarding the sighting of a Tree-man in the North Moors by Halfast; the author speculates that this is a giant and not an ent (which is the general opinion).

"Tolkien, the Monsters, and the Critics: Back to BEOWULF" by Andy Orchard, pp. 73-84. The author gives examples of Tolkien's and other critics' views on Beowulf. The only surviving manuscript of Beowulf follows the Old English variant of Letter of Alexandria to Aristotle (both written by the same Christian scribe); both have the similar theme of pride and have had the author's spin on an earlier tales much like Tolkien has done, drawing from these sources.

"The Green Man, The Green Knight, and Treebeard: Scholarship and Invention in Tolkien's Fiction" by Verlyn Flieger, pp. 85-98. Tolkien's Treebeard through his evolution in The Lord of the Rings follows in the tradition of the Green Knight who, in turn, is very reminiscent of the pagan Green Man found in British architecture.

"Tolkien and Old Icelandic Literature" by Fredrik Heinemann, pp. 99-109. Components of Icelandic sagas are described and it is shown that Tolkien touches on some of these ideas. However, The Hobbit does not fall into these footsteps (although there are similarites found in the plot of Volsunga saga). The Silmarillion looks like a saga, but Tolkien reveals what is in the minds of his characters and gives away too much information to be considered in the vein of an Icelandic saga.

"Sægde se þe cuþe: J.R.R. Tolkien as Anglo-Saxonist" by Paul Bibire, pp. 111-131. Tolkien's feelings towards philology is given metaphorically as Sméagol's searching for the roots of things. Tolkien felt that everyone has a "native language" which may not be his birth-tongue but one which is familiar on a different level. The histories of some languages and how they (although different) seem to follow the same change patterns over time, which makes one wonder if language is genetically programmed to change. This genetic view towards language might explain Tolkien's feelings towards a "native language". Tolkien felt that an "imaginative response" needed to be taken when trying to understand a long lost or ambiguous tale, The Homecoming of Beorhtnoth Beorhthelm's Son is such an example. Tolkien's attention to detail is well documented with his notes on the Finnesburh material and although he had a "wasted career", he provided his readers with a glimpse of Faerie.

"Sub-creation and Tolkien's Theology of Story" by Colin Duriez, pp. 133-150. The author believes that one of the uses of sub-creation to recombine the Christian (earlier, Greek) beliefs of nature and grace. Natural theology is held in good stead with the Roman Catholic church, but Tolkien uses it differently--through imagination rather than reason to find truths about God. Tolkien's elves are a metaphor for human culture and are, figuratively, after the Third Age a spiritual quality as it relates to Christianity (which Tolkien uses to reconcile nature and grace). In Tolkien's works there is a pre-Christian (pagan) belief and like the Beowulf poet, Tolkien tells his story through a Christian's eyes.

"Tolkien and the Unfinished" by Clive Tolley, pp. 151-164. The author shows how Tolkien took themes, characters and sub-plots of other works and tried to perfect them within his own work. Cynewulf's "earendel" is seen by Tolkien as personal name but its relationship to the sea is unknown. The author suggests that Tolkien tied this in with the story of Wade (from "Widsiþ" and Speght's edition of Chaucer) and his ship "Guingelot" to create a story from which each of these references might derive. The author moves on to Unferþ, an enigmatic character from Beowulf, and his similarity to Gríma Wormtongue. Rider Haggard, who Tolkien read, seems to have influenced Tolkien greatly: Galadriel is an Ayesha figure (from She); Aragorn shows much in common with Ignosi from King Solomon's Mines; and, many sub-plot devices found in She and Allan are found in The Lord of the Rings.

"Technology and Sub-creation: Tolkien's Alternative to the Dominant Worldview" by David Llewellyn Dodds, pp. 165-186. Tolkien's feelings towards technology (in the light of "sub-creation") is examined in how it relates to human nature. Current thinking show that technology and man's use of it to change Creation causes man to believe that he is above the Creator. Man's will become the end all. Nietzsche and Tolkien are compared to show how each viewed man within Creation, which includes an example of how each interpreted music in relationship to Creation. A Second Realitiy can be created (for example, by Compte, Hegel or Marx) to overthrow Primary Reality and (contrary to sub-creation) is reflected in Tolkien's works, especially with the Melkor worship in Númenor. Sub-creation puts limitations on Man and causes him to acknowledge a Creator, God. This relationship is clearly shown by example in the creation of Dwarves by Aulë.

"Speculative Fiction and Ideology" by Keith Battarbee, pp. 187-192. One cannot read a book or see a film without putting a cultural gloss on the creator's work, independent of the creator's intentions. Tolkien may be so widely read across many different nationalities, religions and creeds because of the reader's need to find a place where heroism and dignity are the norm.

"By Stock or by Stone: Recurrent imagery and narrative pattern in The Hobbit" by Paul Bibire, pp. 203-215. Tolkien uses cyclical themes, events and characters to progress the narrative of The Hobbit. Most of these theme have ties to some or all of the elements stone, wood, fire and water.

"Tolkien as a Post-War Writer" by Tom A. Shippey, pp. 217-236. The author compares the life and wartime experiences of White, Golding, Orwell, Lewis and Tolkien to show how these shaped their approach to the subject of evil in their works. And, as their views did not conform to the British literary culture at the time, they were derided or misunderstood in criticism and reviews.

Organization: La Faculté des études elfiques (M. Edouard Kloczko, 22, rue Victor Hugo, 78800 Houilles, France; telephone (1) 30-76-23-26).

Activities: The 1er Séminaire d'été d'études tolkienennes de la Fée was held over 31 July-1 August in Commercy (Meuse) France. Five papers where given: "Introduction à l'étude de l'oeuvre de Tolkien"; "Lecture de la lettre n° 214 de Tolkien"; "Codicologie de la Terre du Milieu"; "Introduction à l'étude de la langue haut-elfique (quenya)"; and, "Introduction à l'étude de la langue númenoréenne (adûnaic)". Informal meetings were organized by members of le Fée throughout France. The Faculté's general project is a Middle-earth Encyclopedia.

Publications: Féerik [French, irregular, none were published in 1993], Le Gollum Illustré [French, irregular]. Membership costs 100 FF

(France and D.O.M., and T.O.M.), 130 FF (world air).

Other information: Le Gollum Illustré ended publication in 1993.

Le Gollum Illustré 12-13-14 (November 1992 - April 1993)

"Éditorial" by Edouard Kloczko, p. 3. Editorial.

"La Moria existe, je l'ai parcourue" by Degousse Laurent, p. 5. A visit to Paris underground mines reminds the author of Moria.

"Chaud devant!" by Edouard Kloczko, pp. 6-10. Reviews of J.R.R. Tolkien: Life and Legend, Pictures by Tolkien, J.R.R. Tolkien: A Descriptive Bibliography, and L'adieu au Roi: Chansons pour J.R.R. Tolkien; also, references to Tolkien in Le Monde and Dragon Magazine.

"1er Séminaire d'été d'études tolkieniennes", p. 11. Plans for the First Summer Studies of Tolkien.

"Recherche d'éditions", p. 12. Request for information on all French Tolkien editions.

"Et Le &laqno;Féerik» N° 7?", p. 13. A listing of the contents of the upcoming issue of Féerik.

"Jeu-Gollum N° 5 &laqno;Hobbit-trivia»" by Sagne Xavier, p. 13. Quiz.

"Aux nouveaux membres de la Fée", p. 14. A plea for new members to become active in the various Chaires of la Fée.

"Chaires par çi Chaires par là" by Sylvain Fontannaud [and others], pp. 14-16. A listing of all ten Chaires of la Fée and their activities.

ART: "'The Lord of the Rings.'" by ZorgluB, p. 4. J.R.R. TOLKIEN

Le Gollum Illustré 15-16-17 (May 1993 - December 1993)

"Geoffroy Henri du Soulier" by E[douard] K[loczko], p. 2. Obituary of the former head of the Chaire de Biologie.

"Éditorial" by Edouard Kloczko, p. 3. Editorial.

"Gandalf au Pays de l'informatique", p. 4. Newspaper clipping describing new computer technology from Gandalf, Inc.

"Mon &laqno;Hobbit» au Canada" by Florent Haro, p. 5. Visit to Hobbit, a restaurant in Québec, Québec, Canada (includes photo).

"Chaud devant!" by Edouard Kloczko, pp. 6-11. Reviews of Morgoth's Ring, The Tolkien Companion, and Sire Gauvain et le Chavalier Vert.

"2e Séminaire d'été d'études tolkieniennes", p. 12. Plans for the Second Summer Studies of Tolkien to be held in Paris on 26 June 1994; includes photo.

"Recherche d'éditions", p. 13. Request for information on all French Tolkien editions.

"Les traductions de la bonne Fée", p. 13. An offer for an English/French translation of Appenices E and F of The Lord of the Rings.

"Les éditions de la bonne Fée", p. 13. An offer for Les langues imaginaire de J.R.R. Tolkien, Bibliographie de J.R.R. Tolkien and a list of French articles on Tolkien.

"Projet Encyclopédie", pp. 14-15. An ambitious plan to create a five volume set of encyclopedia covering various aspects of Tolkien's works.

"Aux nouveaux membres de la Fée", p. 16. A plea for new members to become active in the various Chaires of la Fée.

"Chaires par çi Chaires par là", pp. 16-17. A listing of all ten Chaires of la Fée.

"Lettres à la F.È.E." by Olivier Tharan, Laurent Femenias and E[douard] K[loczko], pp. 18-20. How did the elven rope become untied on the Emyn Muil?; answers to the quiz from the prior issue; and, Tolkien's use of the word 'Gnomes' in his mythology.

ART: [Untitled], back cover. FRODO BAGGINS, PEREGRIN TOOK, SAMWISE GAMGEE

Sub-organizations ("Les Chaires d'études"):

Chaire de Biologie (Geoffroy du Soulier; Geoffroy died in 1993 and the chair remains unoccupied).

Publication: Lettre d'Information de la chaire de Biologie [French, irregular].

Lettre d'Information de la chaire de Biologie 1 (1993) [not seen]

"Edito" by [Geoffroy du Soulier], pp. 1-2

"La Vérité biologique sur les deux arbres de Valinor" by Lino Cason, pp. 3-4.

"L'origine des Semi-Hommes ou le Dilème du Transformisme" by [Geoffroy du Soulier], pp. 5-7.

"Dossier: Les Druedain" by [Geoffroy du Soulier], pp. 8-15.

"Le crétisime Endémique, un atout pour Sauron?" by [Geoffroy du Soulier], pp. 15-16.

"Rubrique: le Cogitarium" by [Geoffroy du Soulier], pp. 17-18.

Chaire d'Histoire (unoccupied).

Publication: Perspectives Historiques [French, irregular, none were published in 1993].

Chaire de Géographie (Didier Willis, 1, rue des Charmilles, 38100 Grenoble, France).

Publication: Hiswelóce [French, irregular]. An issue costs two stamps (France) or two IRCs (world).

Hiswelóce HS 1 (1993)

[Untitled] by [Didier Willis], p. I. A critical review of Fonstad's Atlas of Middle-earth.

"De l'allure de la Terre du Milieu." by [Didier Willis], p. II. Discusses the view of Arda in relationship to the maps found in The Shaping of Middle-earth; includes map.

"De la mer de Rhûn" by [Didier Willis], p. III. The maps in The Shaping of Middle-earth suggest that Fonstad's elvish migration may be depicted too far to the North; includes map.

"Des Ered Luin" by [Didier Willis], pp. IV-VI. Comments that Himring in Fonstad's maps is seen at two different latitudes; and, positions of The Bay of Balar, Mount Dolmed, Nogrod and Belegost are examined; includes maps.

"Dorwinion" by [Didier Willis], p. VI-VII. The difficulty in placing Dorwinion as Tolkien used it differently throughout his works; includes map.

"Au bord des côtes..." by [Didier Willis], p. VIII. Using the Map V in The Shaping of Middle-earth, the author attempts to define the coast of Second Age Middle-earth and the position of Númenor; includes map.

Chaire d'études de Linguistique et Poétique (Edouard Kloczko, 125 rue de la Tour Billy, 95100 Argenteuil, France).

Publication: Langages Tangages [French, planned for 1994].

Chaire d'études humaines (unoccupied).

Publication: La Lettre d'information de la chaire d'etudes humaine [French, irregular, none were published in 1993]. An issue costs two stamps (France) or two IRCs (world). .

Chaire d'études des Elfes (Olivier Tharan, 3, chemin Tourain 59830 Bachy, France).

Publication: Elendilion Tengwa [French, irregular, unsure if any were published in 1993]. Free to memebers of the "chaire" or an issue costs two stamps (France) or two IRCs (world).

Elendilion Tengwa 7 (June 1993)

"Édito" by [Olivier Tharan], p. 1. Editorial.

"Et pour commencer..." by Nicolas Isselé and [Olivier Tharan], p. 1. On Tolkien and his invented languages.

"Pour en finir" by [Olivier Tharan], p. 2. Notice about a seminar on Tolkien studies to be held in July/August in France.

ART: "Guerrier Noldo du premier age sur son Destrier" by Geoffroy du Soulier, p. 2. NOLDO

Elendilion Tengwa 8 (December 1993)

"Éditô..." by [Olivier Tharan], p. 1. Editorial.

"Commercy, non mercy!" by [Olivier Tharan], p. 2. Rebuke to the many inactive members of la Fée.

"L'homme et l'elfe" by Laurent Femenias, p. 2. The interaction and misconceptions between Elves and Men is discussed.

"Mobilisation générale..." by [Olivier Tharan], p. 2. Request for articles for a Tolkien encyclopedia.

Chaire d'études des Nains (unoccupied).

Publication: Baruk Khazâd [French, irregular, none were published in 1993].

Chaire d'études des Monstres (Frédéric Bonifassi, 17, rue Parmentier, 06100 Nice, France).

Publication: Bizarreries d'Arda [French, irregular]. An issue costs two stamps (France) or two IRCs (world).

Bizarreries d'Arda 0 (1993)

"Editorial:" by Frédéric Bonifassi, p. 1.

"Demandez le Programme" by [Frédéric Bonifassi], p. 2.

"Au Secours!" by [Frédéric Bonifassi], p. 3.

Chaire d'études ludiques (unoccupied).

Publication: Les jeux sont FÉE [French, irregular, none were published in 1993].

Chaire d'études des mythologies comparées (Edouard Kloczko, 125 rue de la Tour Billy, 95100 Argenteuil, France).

Publication: Mythes et Légendes [French, planned for 1994].

Independent publication: Art'Da [French, irregular, unsure if any were published in 1993] (Nathalie Ledoux, 12 cite des Cogbets, 3580 Dinard, France).

Organization: Inklings-Gesellschaft für Literatur und Ästhetik (Erster Rote-Haag-Weg 31, D-5100 Aachen, Germany).

Publications: Rundbrief [German, thrice per year?], Jahrbuch für Literatur und Ästhetik [German/English, yearly].

Jahrbüch fur Literatur und Ästhetik 11 (1993) [not seen].

"Interview with Owen Barfield, September 1991, Forest Row, Sussex" by Elmar Schenk, pp. 23-38. Barfield states that he did not know Tolkien well, "never became an enthusiast for The Lord of the Rings", and read The Hobbit to his son.

"C.S. Lewis" by Gisbert Kranz, pp. 111-119. Review of Filmer's Scepticism and Hope in Twentieth Century Fantasy Literature. "Tolkien" by Gisbert Kranz and Hans Lesske, pp. 120-130. Reviews of Der Herr der Ringe (Jubiläumsausgabe in one volume with 18 colour plates by Anke Doberauer), The History of The Lord of the Rings, part 1-4, Duriez's The Tolkien and Middle-earth Handbook, Ryan's The Shaping of Middle-earth's Maker, J.R.R. Tolkien's Worte wie Märchen (selected passages from Tolkien's work in German translation), Hammond's J.R.R. Tolkien: A Descriptive Bibliography, and Der Herr der Ringe (the German radio dramatization).

Rundbrief 30 (2 January 1993) [not seen]

"Kommende Veranstaltungen", p. 3. Meetings arranged by the Inklings-Gesellschaft, among them its Annual General Meeting.

"(Vorläufiges) Ergebnis der Umfrage aus Rundbrief Nr. 29", p. 6. Preliminary results of a poll among the members. Of the 70 replies 47 mentioned interest in C.S. Lewis, 39 in Tolkien.

"NEUES VON MITGLIEDERN", p. 7. News about and new books by the members.

"MITGLIEDER-VERZEICHNIS", pp. 8-17. Alphabetical list of members with adresses, and an alpabetical list of countries for the remaining members. Finally the professions of the members are given, with figures for each category.

"Inklings-Gesellschaft und Inklings-Jahrbuch in der Presse", p. 17. Continuation of earlier lists comprising 135 articles. This installment gives 22 articles, mainly from German newspapers.

"INKLINGS: Jahrbuch für Literatur und Ästhetik", p. 18. A brief list of contents for the first ten volumes of the yearbook, only giving the names of authors of the articles and the authors treated.

"DIE INKLINGS-BIBLIOTHEK", pp. 19-27. Continuation of bibliography of the authors treated by the Inklings-Gesellschaft. There are 76 references to works by and about Tolkien.

"VON BEFREUNDETEN GESELLSCHAFTEN ERHALTENE ZEITSCHRIFTEN", p. 27. Listing 17 societies and the publications received.

"DREI INKLINGS-KREUZWORTRÄTSEL", pp. 28-31. Solutions to the cross-words are given on p. 31.

"SATZUNG DER INKLINGS-GESELLSCHAFT", pp. 32-34. The constitution of the Gesellscahft.

"VIPs in INKLINGS: Schüttelreim-Limricks", pp. 35-36. Nine limericks of prominent members of the Inklings-Gesellschaft. Tolkien is mentioned in the eight of these, treating the society as a whole.

Rundbrief 31 (1 April 1993) [not seen]

"Einzugsmächtigung", p. [1]. Memberships fees.

"Neues von Mitgliedern", p. [1]. News about and new books by the members.

"Kommende Veranstaltungen", pp. [1]-2. Planned arrangements by the Inklings-Gesellschaft.

"10 Jahre Inklings" by [Gisbert Kranz], p. 2. Reprint of speech at the dinner celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Inklings- Gesellchaft.

"Inklings: Zehn Jahre nach der Gründung". Reprint of article from Christ in der Gegenwart Nr. 14 (1993).

"Protokoll der Mitgliederversammlung der Inklings-Gesellschaft für Literaturund Ästhetik e.V. vom 13.3.93 in Aachen", pp. 3-5.

"Dorothy L. Sayers (1893-1957): A Symposium", p. [6]. A joint arrangement at Universität Mainz of the Dorothy L. Sayers Society and the Inklings-Gesellschaft, 21-22 May. There is a list of the papers given.

Rundbrief 32 (1 October 1993) [not seen]

"Neue Mitglieder", p. 3.

"Neue Anschriften", p. 3. New addresses.

"Neues von Mitgliedern", pp. 3-4. News about and new books by the members.

"Rundbrief 33 und Jahrbuch 12", p. 4. News about these publications.

"Kommende Veranstaltungen", p. 4-5.

"Zum Jubiläum, herzlichen Glückwunsch! 10 Jahre Inklings", p. 6. List of 60 members that, presumably, have written and given their congratulations at the tenth anniversary of the society.

"VERSCH(R)OBENES SILBENRÄTSEL VON SABINE KELLER", p. 7. A competition.

"O! WHAT ARE YOU DOING" by J.R.R. Tolkien, translation by A. Kuschnik, p. 8. Poem from The Hobbit, chapter 3, translated into German.

"UNDER THE MOUNTAIN DARK AND TALL" by J.R.R. Tolkien, translation by A. Kuschnik, p. 9. Poem from The Hobbit, chapter 15, translated into German.

"Presseschau" by Detlef Thelen and others, pp. 10-11. Reprints of the following articles: "Der Herr der Tintenkleckser". Raimund Kern aus Stolberg: Präsident der Inklings-Gesellschaft" (interview; from Aachener Nachrichten, 4 June), "Kriminalromane und mehr: Dorothy L. Sayers (1893-1957) Symposium zum 100. Geburtstag" (article about the symposium mentioned in Rundbrief 31; from Uni-Zeitung der Johannes-Gutenberg-Universität Mainz 138 (September), p. 7), and "The Inklings - 1992" (reprint of review from Minas Tirith Evening-Star 22:2 (Summer), p. 8).

"DIE INKLINGS-BIBLIOTHEK", pp. 13-15. The second supplement to the catalogue Die Inklings-Bibliothek listing works acquired from 15 December 1992 to 1 September 1993. 14 works by and about Tolkien are listed.

"INKLINGS-GESELLSCHAFT UND INKLINGS-JAHRBUCH IN DER PRESSE", p. 16.

"VON BEFREUNDETEN GESELLSCHAFTEN ERHALTENE ZEITSCHRIFTEN", p. 16. Listing 18 societies and the publications received.

"INKLINGS: Jahrbuch für Literatur und Ästhetik", p. 17. A brief list of contents for the first ten volumes of the yearbook, only giving the names of authors of the articles and the authors treated.

Organization: Magyar Tolkien Tarsasag (Zoltan Farkas, 14/A Aradi ut H-7500 Nagyatad, Hungary).

Actvitites: On 27 November the group had its first (founding) conference. Telumendil was accepted as the name for the newsletter, while no special name to the society was given (thus it remained Magyar Tolkien Tarsasag = Hungarian Tolkien Society). Elections were held. On 2 December the organization decided to publish Telumendil on computer disk, first as a part of another disk-publication. Disks would be available in IBM PC format (3½" or 5.25" size). The language of the zine will be Hungarian.

Publications: Telumendil [Hungarian, planned].

Organization: Societá Tolkieniana Italiana (Via Cormor Alto 38, Udine, Italy).

Activities: The group is making plans to hold a 'Hobbiton' feast to take place in San Marino from 3-5 June 1994. Plans are for music and dances, a musical performance, meetings and talks about J.R.R. Tolkien's work.

Independent publication: Terra di Mezzo (Franco Manni, via S. Rocchino 163, 25100 Brescia, Italy). Subscription cost is lire 20.000.

Additional information: A group of friends in Brescia decided in 1993 to create a fanzine entirely devoted to Tolkien. In 1995 Terra di Mezzo became the official magazine of the Societá Tolkieniana Italiana.

Terra di Mezzo 3 (November 1993)

"Personaggi della Terra di Mezzo" by Gregorio Trebucchi, p. 3. "Characters of Middle-earth"

"Il Male in Tolkien" by Franco Manni, pp. 4-6. "Evil in Tolkien"

"Ai Guerrieri di Rohan" by Gabrio Caserio, p. 7. Poem about the Rohirrim.

"Origini ed evoluzione delle lingue" by Edoardo Sbaffi, pp. 8-9. Discussion of Quenya and Sindarin; comments on the Dwarvish names in The Hobbit are included.

"Avventura per Girsa" by Edoardo Vitto, pp. 10-17. Roleplaying adventure module.

"In Morte di Helm" by Gabrio Caserio, p. 18. Poem about Helm Hammerhand.

"Introduzione al lai di Minas Mithril ovvero Il racconto della Torre Grigia" by the fratelli Renaldini, pp. 19-23.

"Il Bardo degli Alberi" by Maura Boldi, pp. 24-26.

[Untitled], p. 27. Untitled, uncredited newspaper article.

ART: "Luthien", cover. LÚTHIEN

Organization: Shiro-no-norite (c/o Atsuko Onouchi, room 102, Kameino 278, Fujisawa-si, Kanagawa-ken, Japan)

Activities: Monthly meetings are held at a coffee shop on Ochanomizu, Tokyo. Other events include hiking, game meetings, etc. They publish a monthly bulletin, Elanor, which includes member's letters, information, meeting reports, etc. They also publish The White Rider which includes translation, study and criticism about Tolkien's works and The Black Rider which contains parody, games, book reviews, etc.

Publications: The White Rider [Japanese, approximately yearly] The Black Rider [Japanese, published irregularly, none published in 1993]. Elanor [Japanese, monthly]. Semi-yearly dues are ¥1200/$13 (Japan), $17 (US), $18 (Europe); plus an additional $6 as an entrance fee.

Elanor 141 (20 January 1993)

Elanor 142 (7 February 1993)

Elanor 143 (10 March 1993)

Elanor 144 (18 April 1993)

Elanor 145 (29 April 1993)

Elanor 146 [not seen]

Elanor 147 (30 June 1993)

The White Rider 5 (10 July 1993)

"Unfinished Tales of Numenor and Middle-earth" by J.R.R. Tolkien, translated, pp. 5-35. Translation of "The Hunt for the Ring" and "The Drúedain" into Japanese.

[?] by John Lawlor, pp. 37-44. Tolkien Czech fandom and bibliography.

"Gollum's Character Transformation in the Hobbit" by Bonniejean Christensen, translated, pp. 45-61. Translation of the essay found in A Tolkien Compass into Japanese.

ART: [Untitled], p. 7. ORC

[Untitled], p. 30. WATCH-STONE

Organization: Tolkien Genootschap "Unquendor" (Postbus 1217, 1300 BE Almere, The Netherlands).

Activities: In January Unquendor member Leen Zuydgeest held an exhibition of his paintings and drawings, many of which are Tolkien

inspired, in the Municipal Archive of Vlaardingen, Holland. A two-page description of the exhibits was produced. On the first of May the

committee of Unquendor and guests celebrated the 100th committee meeting in a fine restaurant in Delft, Holand. Under discussion was the

Unquendor. A Slotfeest was sponsored during 29-30 May in a castle in the centre of the Netherlands (and was opened by two Black Riders on horseback). On 19 June a paper was given on radio adaptations of Tolkien's work at the Dutch national convention of radioplay fans in Amsterdam, Holland. A Tolkien paper was given at the science fiction convention Con-Yak, held in Amsterdam, Holland, on 26-28 November. The Annual General Meeting was held on 11 September in Utrecht, Holland. There was a small exhibition of Tolkien work by the artist/photographer Margot Holthinrichs. On 19 September Unquendor was present with an information stand at the English Style Bazaar, organised by the Anglican church at Middachten Castle in Rheden, Holland. The yearly Joelfeest was held in Deventer, Holland, on 11 December.

Other Information: On occasion the Unquendor Pin of Merit is awarded.

Publication: Lembas (Erik Barth, Laan van Ouderzorg 225, 2352 HP Leiderdorp, The Netherlands) [Dutch, five times yearly]. Subscription

cost is 35 Dfl. Lembas Extra [English/Dutch, yearly]. Cost is unknown.

Additional Publications: Sex in Midden-aarde [Dutch, one-shot]. Cost is unknown.

Lembas 58 (January 1993)

"Redactioneel" by Erik Barth, p. 1. Editorial.

"Deze fantasy roept Tolkien op" by Lòrindol, pp. 2-6. Review of Jordan's The Eye of the World and Green's Blue Moon Rising.

"The Book of Lost Recipes" by Geeske [Kruseman], p. 7. Middle-earthy recipes discovered/invented with some information on there background.

"The Darkest Depths of Mordor: Led Zeppelin en J.R.R. Tolkien" by Perry Moree, pp. 8-13. The Tolkienian influences on the lyrics of the rock group 'Led Zeppelin.'

"Gezien, gehoord, gelezen", p. 14. A scrapbook of all references to Tolkien found in all kinds of places: newspapers, on the radio, in books (both fiction and non-fiction), names of restaurants and such.

"Oproep", p. 14. Call for assistance in organizing small Tolkien exhibitions at public libraries.

"Iedereen kan een herberg beginnen" by Geeske Kruseman, pp. 15-18. Tips on how to start an inn of Unquendor.

"Gedicht" by David Grandia, p. 19. Love poem.

"Ingezonden brieven" by Sharon Amir, Ronnes Ploegje, Jerry Nieukoop, and David Doughan, pp. 20-25. Relationship between the Tolkien Society and Humphrey Carpenter; religious service at the Tolkien centenary conference; new edition of The Road to Middle-earth.

"Fansien" by Joost van Gijzen, pp. 26-28. Reviews of Amon Hen, Angerthas, Beyond Bree, Cirith de Gandalf and Legolas.

"Hamerstukken" by Cecile van Zon, p. 29. Report of the latest committee meeting of Unquendor.

"Zoekrubriek", p. 31. Tolkien items wanted by members.

"Evenementen", p. 32. Upcoming Tolkien events.

"Unquendoritis", pp. 32-33. News of a new 'inn' forming; listing of Society and 'inn' events covering February-September.

ART: "Wargs" by Leen Zuydgeest, cover. WARGS

"Morgoth Bauglir" by Leen Zuydgeest, p. 3. IRON CROWN, MORGOTH, SILMARILS

"Saruman bij Orthanc" by Jolle de Wit, p. 6. ORTHANC, SARUMAN

"Glaurung" by Leen Zuydgeest, p. 13. GLAURUNG

"Galadriel" by Leen Zuydgeest, p. 19. GALADRIEL

"'Waardig' G. Boterbast" by Ron Ploeg, p. 21. BARLIMAN BUTTERBUR

"Fangorn" by Leen Zuydgeest, p. 27. TREEBEARD

"Meriadoc Brandybuck" by Erik Hout, p. 31. MERIADOC BRANDYBUCK

"Eowyn, shieldmaiden of the Rohirrim" by Erik Hout, p. 33. ÉOWYN

Lembas 59 (May 1993)

"Redactioneel" by Paul Kater and Erik Barth, p. 1. Editorial.

"Shapes of things to come" by René van Rossenberg, pp. 2-3. A listing of forthcoming Tolkien publications from HarperCollins.

"The Book of Lost Recipes" by Geeske [Kruseman], p. 5. Middle-earthy recipes discovered/invented with some information on their background.

"Onsterfelijkheid en de hormoonhuishouding van de Elven" by Geeske [Kruseman], pp. 7-9. Article on the link between Elvish immortality and their hormones.

"Gezien, gehoord, gelezen", p. 11. A scrapbook of all references to Tolkien found in all kinds of places: newspapers, on the radio, in books (both fiction and non-fiction), names of restaurants and such.

"Het rollenspel" by Jerry & Frodo, pp. 12-13. Introduction to role-playing.

"Zoekrubriek", p. 13. Tolkien items wanted by members.

"Ingezonden brieven" by Mòrkano, pp. 14-18. Letter to the editor in response to the previous issue.

"Boekbesprekingen" by René van Rossenberg and Arti Ponsen, pp. 20-27. Reviews of The Road to Middle-earth (revised edition), J.R.R. Tolkien: A descriptive bibliography, and Lembas-extra 1992.

"Herbergen", pp. 29-31. Announcement from the Rivendell inn of Unquendor.

"Danmarks Tolkienforening" by Lars-Terje Øland Lysemose, p. 32. Greetings from the Danish Tolkien Society.

"Evenementen", p. 33. Upcoming Tolkien events.

"Agenda", p. 33. Listing of Society and 'inn' events covering May-November.

ART: "Morannon" by Leen Zuydgeest, cover. CARCHOST, MORANNON

"En de koe sprong over de maan" by Roelie Raemaekers, p. 4. ARAGORN II, BARLIMAN BUTTERBUR, DWARVES, FRODO BAGGINS, HOBBITS, MEN, PRANCING PONY

[Untitled] by Leen Zydgeest, p. 6. MENELTARMA

[Untitled] by Leen Zydgeest, p. 10. DWARVES, THE EYE, ORCS

"The mouth of Sauron" by Leen Zuydgeest, p. 16. THE EYE, THE MOUTH OF SAURON

"Gimli wil geen blinddoek" by J.W. van Aslst, p. 22. ARAGORN II, GIMLI, LEGOLAS

"Pepijn en Merijn ontmoeten Boombaard" by Leen Zuydgeest, p. 28. MERIADOC BRANDYBUCK, PEREGRIN TOOK, TREEBEARD

Lembas 60 (July 1993)

"Redactioneel" by Paul Kater, p. 1. Editorial.

"Slotfeest Rhijnauwen '93" by Pepijn Oomen and Roelie Raemaekers, pp. 2-4. Report of the annual Slotfeest held in Rhijnauwen, The Netherlands.

"The Book of Lost Recipes" by Geeske [Kruseman], pp. 5-6. Middle-earthy recipes discovered/invented with some information on their background.

"Tafelrede van de Voorzitter op 3 januari 1992" by René van Rossenberg, pp. 7-9. Speech given at the Hobbitmalltijd in celebration of Tolkien's centenary, includes an embellished account of Tolkien's birth and his later visit to The Netherlands.

"De Slag van de Morannon" by CarchCarch, p. 10. Short poem by a troll on the battle for the Morannon.

"Take Head" by Morkàno, p. 10. Poem.

"Boekbesprekingen" by Reneé Vink and René van Rossenberg, pp. 11-16. Tolkien telling 'a fantasy with truth'; and, reviews of Sauron Defeated, The Shaping of Middle-earth's Maker and Peace and Study Conflicts in Tolkien's Middle-earth.

"Omtrent interpretaties" by Morkàno, p. 19. Letter in which the author apologizes for some of the remarks he made in the previous issue.

"Uit de eerste Era", pp. 20-21. Comments on how Tolkien fares in the Dutch print media.

"Fansien" by Joost van Gijzen, pp. 23-25. Reviews of Amon Hen, Angerthas, Athelas, Beyond Bree, Cirith de Gandalf, Legolas, and Little Gwaihir.

"Herbergen" by René van Rossenberg, Ronnes ploegje, Erik van Os, pp. 26-29. Announcement from Den Swarte Draeck, Ar-Caras, De Poort van Fangorn inns of Unquendor.

"Hamerstukken" by Erik Barth, p. 29. Upcoming Tolkien events.

"If only..." by Paul Kater, p. 30. English summary of most of the contents in this issue.

"Gedicht" by Eriol, p. 31. The song sung by the Hosts of the Valar upon their arrival in Beleriand.

"Agenda", p. 32. Listing of Society and 'inn' events covering August-Novmber; Tolkien pseudonym taken; news of a musical based on Tree and Leaf to be held in Veghel, The Netherlands, from 26-27 March 1994.

ART: "De steenreuzen" by Leen Zuydgeest, cover. BILBO BAGGINS, DWARF, MISTY MOUNTAINS, STONE TROLLS

"Thuringwethil" by Morkàno, p. 13. THURINGWETHIL

"Orc" by Lothdacil Angatur, p. 16. ORC

Lembas 61 (October 1993)

"Redactioneel" by Paul Kater, p. 1. Editorial.

"De slag van de 7½ legers" by Lòrindol, pp. 2-5. The Battle of the Five Armies is re-examined with the results that there were more races involved.

"Hamerstukken" by René van Rossenberg, p. 6. Upcoming Tolkien events.

"Gollum" by Pepijn Toek, p. 7. Poem about Gollum.

"A la recherche du tape perdu" by René van Rossenberg, pp. 9-13. Search and success for Tolkien's speech given in Rotterdam, The Netherlands, in 1958.

"Boekbesprekingen" by Paul Kater, pp. 14-15. Review of the Tolkien Calendar 1994.

"Zoekrubriek", p. 15. Tolkien items wanted by members.

"Het oog van Sauron" by Eriol, p. 18. Sauron is named the Lidless Eye mistakenly, it should be the palantír he possessed.

"Uit de eerste Era" by Anja van Delft, pp. 19-21. Explanation of Tolkien's poem, "The Shadwbride."

"Gezien, gehoord, gelezen", p. 25. A scrapbook of all references to Tolkien found in all kinds of places: newspapers, on the radio, in books (both fiction and non-fiction), names of restaurants and such.

"Herbergen" by Arwen Looijaard and Frodo Baggins, pp. 27-28. Announcement from the Rivendell inn of Unquendor.

"If only..." by Paul Kater, p. 29. English summary of most of the contents in this issue.

"Joelfeest 1993" by Frodo Balings and Thurin, p. 30. Information for the upcoming Joelfeest.

"Pseudoniemen", p. 31. Tolkien pseudonym taken.

"Agenda", p. 31. Listing of Society and 'inn' events covering August 1993 - April 1994.

ART: "Beorn" by Elrond, p. 5. BEORN

[Untitled] by Signe Sanne Oortgijsen, p. 8. ANDÚRIL, ARAGORN II, FRODO BAGGINS, GANDALF, GOLLUM, ONE RING, SAMWISE GAMGEE

"Dwarves" by [Simon Toombs], p. 13. DWARVES

"Legolas" by Wilma Jacobs, p. 22. LEGOLAS

"Galadriel" by Wilma Jacobs, p. 26. GALADRIEL

Lembas 62 (December 199[3])

"Redactioneel" by Paul Kater, p. 1. Editorial.

"Tolkien had het bij het verkeerde eind" by Elendil, pp. 2-5. Discusses the reliability of sources when studying Tolkien's work.

"The Book of Lost Recipes" by Geeske [Kruseman], p. 6. Middle-earthy recipes discovered/invented with some information on their background: recipe for mushroom scones.

"Her-schepper" by Lasselanta, p. 7. Poem on sub-creation.

"Hamerstukken" by René van Rossenberg, pp. 8-9. Upcoming Tolkien events.

"References to Tolkien" by Mickaël Ivorra, pp. 10-11. References to Tolkien in books, role-playing games and a computer virus.

"TolKing" by Paul Kater, pp. 12-14. Tolkien influences in two works of Stephen King.

"De markt van Lossarnach", p. 14. Tolkien items wanted by members.

"Ingezonden brieven" by Felix Claessens, pp. 15-18. Report on Oxonmoot 1993, held in Oxford, England.

"De Palantíri" by Tar Calion, pp. 19-21. History of the palantíri.

"Fansien" by Joost van Gijzen, pp. 23-25. Reviews of Amon Hen, Athelas, Beyond Bree, Cirith de Gandalf, Holland SF, Legolas, and Little Gwaihir.

"If only..." by Paul Kater, p. 26. English summary of most of the contents in this issue.

"Herbergen" by Geeske Kruseman and Erik Hout, pp. 27-31. Announcement from the Gondolin, De Staart Van De Draak, and De Poort van Fangorn inns of Unquendor.

"Unquendoritis", p. 32. Society news.

"Agenda", p. 33. Listing of Society and 'inn' events covering January - May 1994.

ART: "De Morannon ± 3e era" by Leen Zuydgeest, cover. MORANNON, NARCHOST

"Bilbo" by Cecile van Zon, p. 5. BAG END, BILBO BAGGINS

"Mount Doom" by Leen Zuydgeest, p. 9. ORODRUIN

"Hobbits" by Simon [Toombs], p. 11. HOBBITS

"Gwaihir" by Jolle de Wit, p. 25. GWAIHIR

"Aan de muur van Meduseld" by Pieter Postma, p. 31. ANDÚRIL, GLAMDRING

"Rider of Rohan" by Wilma Jacobs, p. 33. ROHIRRIM

Lembas Extra 1992 [1993]

"Introduction" by Sjoerd van der Weide, p. 3. Editorial.

"An accidental masterpiece" by Annemarie van Ewyck, pp. 5-14. Tolkien's great inspiration was The Silmarillion, yet he devoted years to the sequel to The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings. The author surmises that his creation of hobbits, which have no real place in The Silmarillion, were his new inspiration which he incorporated into the grander view taken from The Silmarillion.

"Toespraak bij de opening van de tentoonstelling 'Hobbits in Holland'" by René van Rossenberg, pp. 15-22. History of Tolkien's ties (and trip) to The Netherlands. Also, the author feels that Tolkien should not only be evaluated by his literature but his influence on other artisans as well.

"The picture of Boromir in The Lord of the Rings" by Jan van Breda, pp. 23-31. A character sketch of Boromir is given. Before the attempt to take the Ring by force Boromir is portrayed as a proud warrior, but after his death comments by others balance the view of Boromir's character. One reason that Boromir may have been shown in a bad light was due to Frodo's authorship of the Red Book.

"The true myth" by Anja Boerma, pp. 33-40. An essay in which describes Tolkien's view and Lewis's new found belief that Jesus Christ is a true myth. Tolkien's views on sub-creation are also explored as well as his and Lewis's thinly veiled references to Christ in "Leaf by Niggle" and The Chronicles of Narnia.

"Military action during the War of the Ring" by Sjoerd van der Weide, pp. 41-51. Eighteen major battles from the War of the Ring are outlined as well as other skirmishes; included in the discussion: the origin of the orcs that attacked Thranduil.

ART: "Welkom by Unquendor" by [Ron] Ploeg, cover. BILBO BAGGINS, BIFUR, BOFUR, BOMBUR, THORIN OAKENSHIELD, GANDALF

Sex in Midden-aarde (1993) [not seen]

Sub-organizations ("Inns"):

Ar Caras (Ronnes Ploegje, Krayenhofflaan 15a, Nijmegen, The Netherlands).

Activities: It is the opinion of the innkeepers that this is the oldest Unquendor inn. It has held over 80 meetings which are held irregularly at the above address. On 20 August the smial held their Summermoot. During 1993 the group published "The Set of Five Cards" and "The Hobbittons" tape cassette featuring Tolkien's poetry set to music. The group's leader is famous for his pictures in the Beyond Bree calendars and Lembas. One of the reasons that Ar Caras is so very popular is because it developed during the years from a literary gathering into a 'hobbitic refuge', not hosting just Hobbits, but also Elves, Dwarves the occasional Ent, even Orcs and Nazgûl(!). And they all sing along with the Hobbitons, drink 'the best beer of the South Farthing', and enjoy the abundance of Hobbittic dainties and tidbits. In August, the group celebrated its own centenary, Ar Caras 100, held in the picturesque gardens of an old monastery, deep into the night singing at the bonfire. In 1995, the inn is planning a celebration of '10 years of Ar Caras'. 'Ar Caras' by the way means 'City of the King', so chosen because Nijmegen used to be the place where Charlemagne resided. Because Ar Caras is supposed to be one of the regional inns (as all inns are), the inn had a bit of a problem when people started coming from all over, so the group started the tradition of a Summermoot, held in a place where at least 25 people who want to visit Ar Caras are able. At every meeting, one of the frequent guests provides an 'introduction', a talk on a self-chosen Tolkien-related subject. Ar Caras hosts scholars and PhD's, top-managers and unemployed, 17 and 60 year olds: the discussions are getting better all of the time. Meetings are monthly.

Gondolin (Peter-Willem schellen, schutsboom 2, 5801 DW Venray, The Netherlands)

Activities: Meetings are held once every two months.

Het Praathuis (Erik Barth, Laan van Ouderzorg 225, Leiderdorp, The Netherlands).

Activities: Monthly meetings are held every two-thirds of a month at the above address and are a pleasure to attend. The inn's name may have changed to Cottage of Lost Play in 1994.

De Hoge Haag (Joop Tholenaar, Binnentuinen 69, 2551 VB Den Haag, The Netherlands)

Activities: Not very active at the moment but there is hope for more activity in the future.

Inn de Oude Delft (Ge Scholten, Oost Indieplaats 37, Delft, The Netherlands).

Activities: Meetings are held irregularity at the above address.

De Poort van Fangorn (Erik van Hout, Tattistraat 92, Rotterdam, The Netherlands).

Activities: Meetings are held irregularly at the above address. The leader keeps the inn going even though it does not have many members (visitors) in the area, however it is a fine place to be in.

Lay of Leithian (Marcel Coppers, Betouwstraat 7a, 5931 PD Tegelen, The Netherlands).

Activities: Bimonthly meetings are held at the above address. During the evening meetings, the group discusses all kinds of topics concerning Professor Tolkien and his works. They play games, listen to hobbit music and of course drink and eat and laugh a lot. The inn is working on a Middle-earth version of "Trivial Pursuit."

Publication: Lay of Leithian Info [Dutch, irregular]. Subscription cost is unknown.

Lay of Leithian Info 1 (1993)

"Illustere vrienden," by [Marcel Coppers], p. 1.

"Eerstvolgende herberg" by [Marcel Coppers], p. 2.

"Trivial Pursuit" by [Marcel Coppers], p. 3.

"Mededelingen" by [Marcel Coppers], p. 4.

"Gezecht" by [Marcel Coppers], p. 4.

Lay of Leithian Info 2 (1993)

"Illustere vrienden," by [Marcel Coppers], pp. 1-2.

"Eerstvolgende herberg" by [Marcel Coppers], p. 2.

"Trivial Pursuit" by [Marcel Coppers], p. 3.

"Gezecht" by [Marcel Coppers], p. 3.

"Nieuwe herberg in het Zuiderkwartier" by [Marcel Coppers], p. 4.

Rivendell (Jerry Nieukoop, Beugelskamp 26, Deventer, The Netherlands)

Activities: Four years ago the often too great number of visitors to the smial 'Ar Caras' provoked three people to establish a smial of their own to divert some of the overflow; and so Rivendell was born, the first homely home if you come over the border from Germany. It has never achieved its primary goal, but instead has found its own distinct audience and atmosphere. From the beginning Rivendell has been a meeting-place for roleplayers. Though we have had many a discussion about Tolkien, the topic has even more often to do with roleplaying. Today two of the three founders still organize the smial evenings. Every last Friday of the month the smial is open. On the even month a subject is chosen by one of the founders or guests. This subject has something to do with roleplaying and, more often than not, Tolkien. Subjects vary from 'Do you like roleplaying for the same reasons as you like Middle-earth?' or 'Is MERP suited to Middle- earth?' or 'How would you play an elf from Mirkwood?' On the odd months we try to deal with the subject of the month before in a roleplaying game. Rivendell is still very much alive after four years, more than forty smial evenings and more than sixty different visitors!

De Staart van de Draak (Geeske Kruseman, Karel Doormanstraat 99, 5342 TK, Oss, The Netherlands)

Activities: The leader, a chef, reopened the eating and drinking inn. It is the only place in Europe where you can get a real Middle-earth Hobbit meal. It is extremely popular and there is always a waiting list for it. Well, you can imagine why: a real Hobbit-mushroom pie, or Elven-cakes, or Gondor-stew. Never more than six guests, and there is a good reason for it: the (huge) table will be laden (and there is only one chef).

De Swarte Draeck (René van Rossenberg, Hoge Rijndijk 195, 2314 AD Leiden, The Netherlands).

Activities: Meetings are held two to three times a year at the above address. On 4 September the smial sponsored Unquendor's first barbecue which, because of rain, was turned into an in-door barbecue.

Organization: Arthedain - Norges Tolkienforening (Postboks 37, Blindern, N-0313 Oslo 3, Norway; Telephone: +47 5-32 12 46).

Publication: Angerthas [Norwegian/English, thrice yearly]. Subscription cost is 75 NOK (Nordic), 100 NOK (world).

Angerthas 33 (5 February 1993)

"Redaksjonelt" by Magne Bergland, p. 3. Editorial.

"The English Corner -- er -- page:", p. 4. English summary of contents.

"Brev til Angerthas" by Arne Skulberg and Kjersti Weimoth, p. 5. Letters.

"Midgård i en Fjårran Spegel: Rollspelsförfattande till J.R.R. Tolkiens Arda" by Anders Blixt, pp. 6-10. Writer describes his work creating modules for Middle-earth Role Playing.

"Nainië Eressëo Atanion. Klagesang over menneskenes ensomhet" by Helge K. Fauskanger, pp. 11-16. Creation and discussion of a poem in Quenya.

"Blader" by Nils Ivar Agøy and Magne Bergland, pp. 17-20. Reviews of Ravenhill, Minas Tirith Evening-Star, Medlemsbladet (Forodrim) and Certhas Angmar.

"Hugos hylle bokomtale" by Bjørn Are Davidsen, pp. 21-23. Review of The Tolkien and Middle-Earth Handbook.

"Nytt fra Bri", pp. 24-26. News of The Silmarillion translated into Norwegian; new Norwegian edition of The Lord of the Rings; Tolkien roleplaying games at Regncon; a satanist calling himself "Count Grishnackh"; conference including Tolkien as subject to be held in Seattle, Washington, USA; and, a Galadriel doll.

"Om Kalevala og Tolkien" by Bjarke Friborg, pp. 27-32. The Kalevala and its influence of Tolkien with emphasis on Túrin's story.

"Møtereferater: Bokpresentation i Mithlond Tolkienforeningen i Bergen" by Kai Gjessing, pp. 33-34. Meeting report of the Mithlond subdivision.

"Sitatet:", p. 35. Quote from Tolkien blasting Shakespeare (from a 1911 debate).

"Musikk fra Midgard: Gandalf" by Magne Bergland, pp. 36-37. Article on the new age music group "Gandalf".

ART: "The Men of Gondor" by Espen Sørburø, p. 17. DEVICE OF GONDOR, SOLDIERS OF GONDOR

"Muddle-earth" by , p. 37. CRACKS OF DOOM, FRODO BAGGINS, SAMWISE GAMGEE

Angerthas 34 (3 July 1993)

"Redaksjonelt" by Magne Bergland, p. 3. Editorial

"J.R.R. Tolkien and Edith Tolkien's Stay in Staffordshire 1916, 1917 and 1918" by Priscilla Tolkien, pp. 4-5. Tolkien's early married life is described in family stories by Tolkien's daughter.

"Nye skudd på stammen: Tolkiens Følge og Danmarks Tolkienforening: En muligens oppklarende forviklingshistorie" by Nils Ivar Agøy, pp. 6-9. Report on Danish Tolkien fandom.

"&laqno;Tolkiens mytologi»: Tolkiens skabelsesberetning, som den kommer frem i Silmarillion" by Bjarke Friborg, pp. 10-12. Commentary on the creation story of The Silmarillion.

"&laqno;Tolkiens mytologi»: Rasenes opprinnelse og skapelse i Tolkiens Middle Earth" by Bjørn Tore Sund, pp. 13-16. The origins and creation of the races of Middle-earth.

"&laqno;Tolkiens mytologi»: Religion i Ringenes herre" by Magne Bergland, pp. 17-20. Religion in The Lord of the Rings.

"Blader" by Helge Kåre Fauskanger and Magne Bergland, pp. 24-25. Reviews of Quettar, Vinyar Tengwar and Athelas.

"The Poem &laqno;Silmessë»" by Helge Kåre Fauskanger, pp. 26-27. Quenya poem created and translated.

"Hugos hylle -- Bokomtaler" by Bjørn Tore Sund and Magne Bergland, pp. 28-34. Review of After the King, The Road to Middle-earth and JRRT: A Portrait of J.R.R. Tolkien.

"Sitatet:", p. 34.

"Nytt fra Bri", pp. 36-37. News of the de Meij "Lord of the Rings" symphony; Oxonmoot; the BBC's Tales from the Perilous Realm; sales lists of Tolkien items; The Tolkien Collector; Nasmith calendar art prints; Finnish television series based on The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings; and, Morgoth's Ring.

"Talath Aer-møter våren 93" by Kaj André Apeland, pp. 38-40. Meeting report from Talath Aer subdivision of Oslo, Norway.

"Referat fra Arthedains Tingmøte 24. april 1993:" by Nils Ivar Agøy, pp. 41-44. Meeting report from Talath Aer subdivision of Oslo, Norway.

"Mihlond-møter vårsemesteret 1993: Referat fra generalforsamling i Mithlond 28. januar 1993", pp. 45-48. Meeting report from Mithlond subdivision of Bergen, Norway.

"Test deg selv: Fan eller fanatiker?" by Helge Kåre Fauskanger, pp. 48-50. Fan or fanatic? Tolkien quiz.

"Musikk fra Midgard: Blind Guardian" by Espen Sørburø, pp. 51-52. Information on "Blind Guardian" which has issued two CDs with a Tolkien inspired song on each.

"The English Corner", p. 55. Summary of contents in English.

ART: [Untitled] by Magne Bergland, p. 9. HOBBIT

"Gandalf looked again very hard at Bilbo, and there was a gleam in his eyes. 'I think, Bilbo,' he said quietly, 'I should leave it behind. Don't you want to?'" by Stein Arne Hove, p. 21. BILBO BAGGINS, GANDALF

"Boromir son of Denethor II" by Espen Sørburø, p. 35. BOROMIR, GREAT HORN

"Smaug" by Espen Sørburø, p. 44. SMAUG

"Muddle-earth" by Stein Arne Hove, p. 52. BILBO BAGGINS, FRODO BAGGINS, HOBBITS

Angerthas 35 (1 December 1993)

"Redaksjonelt" by Magne Bergland, p. 4. Editorial.

"Brev til Angerthas" by Pernille H. Fredriksen, Mikael Ahlström and Magne Bergland, p. 5. Letters suggesting a Swedish style of Tolkien fandom for Norway and corrections to earlier articles.

"&laqno;Blessed are the myth-makers»" by Arne-Henrik Hammersland, pp. 6-11. Was Tolkien a Christian and did he write Christian books? The question is addressed in this essay.

"Tungemål fra midgard -- del 1" by Helge Kåre Fauskanger, pp. 12-17. Tongues of Middle-earth, part 1: essays on Dwarvish, Black Speech and Orkish.

"Bringing Up a Baby Tolkien Society: The First Year of Organised Tolkiendom in Finland" by Mikael Ahlström, pp. 18-23. History of the Finnish Tolkien Society and other comments from its chairman.

"Nytt fra Bri", pp. 24-28. News on the Società Italiana Tolkieniana; newspaper clipping "Hobbitene i Bodø" from Nordlands Framtid (22 July); Middle-earth chess set; AT&T Hobbit chip; company called Valinor, Inc.; bands called 'Burzum' and 'Gorgoroth'; Mythcon to be held 5-8 August 1994; and, newspaper clippings about 'Count Grishnachk' entitled: "-Mitt navn er Grev Grishnackh", "Grevens egentlige identitet," and "Harde pakker".

"RegnCon II i Bergen -- Tolkien-quiz som del av showet" by Bjørn Tore Sund, p. 29. Account of a Tolkien quiz during a role-playing convention.

"Om &laqno;Nordens Tolkien-festival 1994» by Magne Bergland, pp. 29-30. Information on "Tolkien Days of the North", an event to take place 17-20 June, 1994, sponsored by the Danish, Finnish, Norwegian and some Swedish Tolkien organizations.

"Blader" by Magne Bergland, pp. 32-34. Reviews of Legolas, News from the Quenya Country, Beyond Bree, and Certhas Angmar.

"Det elektroniske Tolkien-fessesskap" by Bjørn Tore Sund, pp. 35-36. How Tolkien is discussed on the international computer network Internet.

"Sitatet" by Àrpád Göncz, p. 36. Quote from the President of Hungary on his translating Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings.

"Arthedains Krønike" by Magne Bergland, pp. 37-38. Meeting report of the Mithlond subdivistion of Bergen, Norway.

"Bogskogen 1993: Refereret af Kim Hansen (Pippin Toker)", pp. 39-41. Report of the Swedish society Angmar's annual party.

"Michael Kaluta: J.R.R. Tolkien Calendar 1994" by Magne Bergland, pp. 43-45. Review of the J.R.R. Tolkien Calendar 1994.

"Tolkien i Andre Verker: et kort notat" by Helge Køre Fauskanger, pp. 46-48. Mentions a few authors who have made references to Tolkien in their works.

"Musikk fra Midgard: Led Zeppelin" by Magne Bergland, p. 49. Led Zepplin's use of Tolkien material is discussed as well as a music group called 'Gollum.'

"Ye Olde English Corner", p. 50. English summary of contents.

ART: "Gandalf the Grey" by Espen Sørburø, p. 31. GANDALF

"Goldberry" by Pernille H. Fredriksen, p. 38. GOLDBERRY

"Peregrin Took" by Espen Sørburø, p. 42. DEVICE OF GONDOR, PEREGRIN TOOK

"Muddle-earth" by Stein Arne Hove, p. 45.

"Námo The Doomsmaster" by Espen Sørburø, p. 48. MANDOS

[Untitled] by Magne Bergland, p. 52. J.R.R. TOLKIEN

Sub-organizations ("Subdivisions"):

Talath Aer (Oslo branch) (c/o Arthedain, Postboks 37, Blindern, N-0313 Oslo 3, Norway).

Mithlond (Bergen branch) (Postboks 595, N-5001 Bergen, Norway).

Organization: Loza Tolkienowska Kraków (Michal Bardel, ul. Szara 23, 30-820 Kraków, Poland).

Publication: Vingilótë [Polish, quarterly]. Subscription cost is $14.

Vingilótë 1 [1993]

"Drodzy Czytelnicy, (Zacni Hobbici oraz przedstawiciele innych Wolnych Ras!)" by Michal Bardel, p. 1. Editorial.

"Historia i zycie krasnoludów z Ered Duim" by Dobroslaw Kot, pp. 2-3. History and life of the Ered Duim.

"Sinyalinde i Turin" by Michal Bardel, pp. 4-5. Poem of the story of Túrin.

"Transkrypcja tengwiczna jezyka polskiego" by Robert Grybos, pp. 6-9. Tengwar transcription of the Polish alphabet.

"Propozycja nie do odrzucenia" by Michal W.R. Bardel, pp. 10-13, 16-20. "A tempting proposition."

"Rodowód Eldarów i Trzech Domów Edainów" by Maciej Garbowski, pp. 14-15. Extensive and accurate genealogical family tree from the First Elves and Men, the Kings of Númenor, Kings of Gondor and Arnor, Kings of Rohan, Stewards of Gondor and Princes of Dol Amroth (material from Unfinished Tales is included).

"Piesni, ballady i przyspiewki hobbickie, ludzkie i krasnoludzkie ze spiewnika Ariadoka Wellborne'a" by Rudyard Kipling, pp. 21-22. "Hobbit, Human, and Elvish Lays, Ballads, and Songs from Ariadoka Wellborne's Song-book."

"Druedainowie: próba charakterystyki antropologiczno-etnologicznej rasy" by Michal Bardel, pp. 23-25. An anthropological essay on the Druedain.

"Rolemaster - krótka charakterystyka systemu" by Robert Grybos, pp. 26-28. Characteristics of the Rolemaster and Middle Earth Role Playing systems.

Vingilótë 2 [Winter 1993]

"Drodzy Czytelnicy" by Michal Bardel, p. 1.

"Sinyalinde i Turin" by Michal Bardel, p. 2.

"Ziola, Trucizny, Narkotyki Srodziemia" by Robert Grybos, pp. 4-8.

"Opowiesc o Kudukach z Gor Mrocznej Puszczy" by Dobroslaw Kot, pp. 9-13.

"Ze spiewnika Ariadoka Wellborne'a dalse piesni" by Michal Bardel, pp. 16-17.

"Okruchy zla - Legenda" by Dobroslaw Kot, pp. 18-20.

Organization: Parmadili (Slaski Klub Fantastyki, Sekcja Tolkienowska, c/o Andrzej Kowalski, ul. Pocztowa 16/18,40-042 Katowice, skr. poczt. 502, Poland).

Activities: Weekly meetings on Tuesdays from 1600-1800 hrs. at the above address. Weekend sessions are held twice a year; and a small convention convenes once a year with the entire Slaski Klub Fantastyki. "Wiadomosci Bucklandu" (which is translated and published in English as Buckland News) is published in the club's monthly newsletter, Miesiecznik. The club was busy this year producing additional material, including two portfolios of artwork, one based on The Lord of the Rings and the other on The Silmarillion, and a translation of Mr. Bliss.

Publications: Buckland News [English, monthly], Gwaihirze [Polish, usually monthly], Little Gwaihir [English, monthly]. Subscriptions cost $20 U.S. for Little Gwaihir and Buckland News, or $20 U.S. for Gwaihirze and Buckland News. Nowinki Shire'u [Polish, irregular, unsure if any were published in 1993]. Subscription cost is unknown.

Additional publications: The Tolkien Calendar 1994. Cost is $5 US from Nancy Martsch, P.O. Box 55372, Sherman Oaks, CA 91413, USA. Pan Bliss [Polish/English, one-shot]. Cost is unknown. "Silmarillion" [Polish, one-shot]. Cost is unknown. "Wladca Pierscieni" [Polish, one- shot]. Cost is unknown.

Additional information: Nowinki Shire'u suspended publication by 1994.

Buckland News 49 (5 January 1993)

"Buckleburg, 4 Afteryule 3225 Fourth Age (5 January 1993 according to the Big Folk's Reckoning)" by [Andrzej Kowalski], translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], pp. 1-2. The accounts of Bilbo Brandybuck: A cold winter and Bilbo is busy with people needing his smial heating systems.

"A Guide to the Shire (and not only) Inns - part 21" by [Andrzej Kowalski], translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], p. 3. History of an inn created from an old lighthouse at the mouth of the Brandywine.

"The Inn That Couldn't Be Forgotten (in any way)" by Piotr Rak and Piotr W. Cholewa, translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], pp. 5-6. The adventures of Rakin the dwarf and Eliran the elf: they traverse underground, pursued and arguing. ART: [Untitled] by M. Pudlik, p. 4.

Buckland News 50 (29 January 1993)

"Buckleburg, 28 Afteryule 3225 Fourth Age (29 January 1993 according to the Big Folk's Reckoning)" by [Andrzej Kowalski], translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], pp. 1-2. The accounts of Bilbo Brandybuck: Bilbo reads from the book of the South Downs regarding the Kingdom of Cardolan.

"A Guide to the Shire (and not only) Inns - part 21" by [Andrzej Kowalski], translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz?], p. 3. The Pines, an inn situated before the High Pass in the Misty Mountains, is described.

"The Inn That Couldn't Be Forgotten (in any way): another part" by Piotr Rak and Piotr W. Cholewa, translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], pp. 5-6. The adventures of Rakin and Eliran: they plot to hide a book of Bilbo's.

ART: [Untitled] by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 4.

"Turgon & Finrod" by Karolina Stopa, p. 6. FINROD, TURGON

Buckland News 51 (1 March 1993)

"Buckleburg, 29 Solmath 3225 Fourth Age (1 March 1993 according to the Big Folk's Reckoning)" by [Andrzej Kowalski], translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], p. 1. The accounts of Bilbo Brandybuck: a great meeting takes place with many Middle-earth represent- atives.

"A Guide to the Shire (and not only) Inns - part 23" by [Andrzej Kowalski], translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz?], p. 3. The Red Inn near the Redhorn Pass is described.

"The Inn That Couldn't Be Forgotten (in any way): another part" by [Piotr Rak and Piotr W. Cholewa], translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], pp. 4-5. The Adventures of Rakin and Eliran: Bilbo's book is opened and read -- the truth is revealed. ART: "Sheriff from Shire" by Ryszard Derdzinski, p. 2. HOBBIT

"Landscape with Inn" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 3. MISTY MOUNTAINS, REDHORN PASS, REDHORN

"Noldor's Girl" by Karolina Stopa, p. 6. ELF

Buckland News 52 (5 April 1993)

"Buckleburg, 4 Astron 3225 Fourth Age (5 April 1993 according to the Big Folk's Reckoning)" by [Andrzej Kowalski], translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], p. 1. The accounts of Bilbo Brandybuck: Spring comes and plans are made for travel to distant lands.

"A Guide to the Shire (and not only) Inns - part 24" by [Andrzej Kowalski], translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], p. 2. The Eagles, an inn in the northern part of Ered Luin, is described.

"Mordownie Mordoru" by Tomasz Borówka, translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], p. 4. The history of The Stone Troll, an inn built near the Black Gate, is given.

ART: [Untitled] by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 3. ERED LUIN

[Untitled] by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 4. TROLL

Buckland News [53, numbered 52] (13 May 1993)

"Buckleburg, 12 Thrimidge 3225 Fourth Age (13 May 1993 according to the Big Folk's Reckoning)" by [Andrzej Kowalski], translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], p. 1. The accounts of Bilbo Brandybuck: Drought comes to parts of The Shire.

"A Guide to the Shire Historical Monuments - Part One" by [Andrzej Kowalski], [translated by Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], p. 2. History of

the Buckleberry Ferry.

"The Inn That Couldn't Be Forgotten (in any way): another part" by [Piotr Rak and Piotr W. Cholewa], translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz?], pp. 4-5. The adventures of Rakin and Eliran: Fearing they will be caught, Bilbo's book is read again.

ART: "Prom Buckleburga" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 3. BUCKLEBERRY, BUCKLEBURY FERRY

Buckland News [54, numbered 53] (30 May 1993)

"Buckleburg, 29 Thrimidge 3225 Fourth Age (30 May 1993 according to the Big Folk's Reckoning)" by [Andrzej Kowalski], translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], pp. 1-2. The accounts of Bilbo Brandybuck: Bilbo and his friends are busy publishing and Bilbo heads South to the drought stricken lands -- only to find rain.

"A Guide to the Shire Historical (Technical and Architectural) Monuments - Part Two" by [Andrzej Kowalski], p. 3. Description of the door to the Old Forest in the High Hay.

"The Inn That Couldn't Be Forgotten (in any way): another part" by [Piotr Rak and Piotr W. Cholewa], translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], pp. 5-6. Adventures of Rakin and Eliran: They escape the tunnels.

ART: "The Stile" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 4. HIGH HAY

Buckland News 55 (4 July 1993)

"Buckleburg, Lithe 3225 Fourth Age (4 July 1993 according to the Big Folk's Reckoning)" by [Andrzej Kowalski], translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], p. 1. The accounts of Bilbo Brandybuck: Bilbo and other hobbits find ways to relieve the flooding caused by the rains.

"A Guide to the Shire Historical (Technical and Architectural) Monuments - Part Three" by [Andrzej Kowalski], translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], p. 2. History of the Brandywine Bridge.

ART: "Most Kamiennych Luków" by Malgorzata [Pudlik], p. 2. BRANDYWINE BRIDGE

Buckland News 56 (4 August 1993)

"Buckleburg, 1 Wedmath 3225 Fourth Age (4 August 1993 according to the Big Folk's Reckoning)" by [Andrzej Kowalski], translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], p. 1. The accounts of Bilbo Brandybuck: Bilbo visits friends and discusses crops.

"A Guide to the Shire Historical (Technical and Architectural) Monuments - Part Four" by [Andrzej Kowalski], translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], p. 2. History of the Carrock.

ART: "Bród Przy Samotnej Skale" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 3. CARROCK

Buckland News 57 (20 September 1993)

"Buckleburg, 19 Halimath 3225 Fourth Age (20 Septeber 1993 according to the Big Folk's Reckoning)" by [Andrzej Kowalski], translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], p. 1. The accounts of Bilbo Brandybuck: A convention of Middle-earth Chroniclers convenes.

"A Guide to the Shire Historical (Technical and Architectural) Monuments - Part Five" by [Andrzej Kowalski], translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], p. 2. History of the various crossings across the River Bruinen.

"Drinking-Dens of Mordor - 'The Iron Crown'" by Tomasz Borówka, translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], p. 4. Description of an inn in Mordor set between the Barad-dûr and the Black Gate.

ART: "Kamienny Most" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 3. RIVER MITHEITHEL

[Untitled] by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 4. BRUINEN, RIVENDELL

Buckland News 58 (13 October 1993)

"Buckleburg, 12 Halimath 3225 Fourth Age (13 October 1993 according to the Big Folk's Reckoning)" by [Andrzej Kowalski], translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], p. 1. The accounts of Bilbo Brandybuck: Reading of the Chronicle of the Dukedom of the South Downs.

"A Guide to the Shire Historical (Technical and Architectural) Monuments - Part 6" by [Andrzej Kowalski], translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], p. 2. Recent history of the Carrock.

"The Inn That Couldn't Be Forgotten (in any way): another part" by [Piotr Rak and Piotr W. Cholewa], translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz?], p. 4. Adventures of Rakin and Eliran: Bilbo's henchmen are nowhere to be seen.

"Drinking-Dens of Mordor - 'The Pass'" by Tomasz Borówka, translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], pp. 5-6. Description of a drinking den at Cirith Ungol and its entreprenurial owners.

ART: "Bród Przy Samotnej" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 3. CARROCK

[Untitled] by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 5. CIRITH UNGOL

[Untitled] by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 6. ORCS

"Weathertop - winter" by Diana Domin, p. 8. AMON SÛL

Buckland News 59 (31 October 1993)

"Buckleburg, 30 Winterfilth 3225 Fourth Age (31 October 1993 according to the Big Folk's Reckoning)" by [Andrzej Kowalski], translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], p. 1. The accounts of Bilbo Brandybuck: Bilbo's friends come to visit during the cold and his henchmen lose Rakin and Eliran.

"A Guide to the Shire Historical (Technical and Architectural) Monuments - Part 7" by [Andrzej Kowalski], translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], p. 2. Recent history of the White Towers of the Tower Hills during the Fourth Age.

"The Inn That Couldn't Be Forgotten (in any way): another part" by [Piotr Rak and Piotr W. Cholewa], translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], p. 4. Adventures of Rakin and Eliran: The contents of the book are discovered and disappointment ensues.

ART: "Reconstruction of Tower on Tower Hills" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 3. WHITE TOWER

Buckland News 60 (12 December 1993)

"Buckleburg, 12 Foreyule 3225 Fourth Age (12 December 1993 according to the Big Folk's Reckoning)" by [Andrzej Kowalski], translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], p. 1. The accounts of Bilbo Brandybuck: Bilbo's friends flock to Marigold's house for a great gathering.

"The Inn That Couldn't Be Forgotten (in any way): another part" by [Piotr Rak and Piotr W. Cholewa], [translated by Agnieszka Sylwanowicz?], pp. 2-3. Adventures of Rakin and Eliran: They stumble upon an inn and also Bilbo's henchmen.

"A Guide to the Shire Historical (Technical and Architectural) Monuments - special part" by [Andrzej Kowalski], translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], p. 2. Bilbo's Henchmen's Hole somewhere in the Shire.

"Drinking-Dens of Mordor - 'The Obese Orc'" by Tomasz Borówka, translated by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], p. 5. Description of the pub located on the southern Plateau of Gorgoroth where vegetarian meals (ents and huorns) are served, and the pub's decorated holly bush.

ART: [Untitled] by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 3. SMIAL

[Untitled] by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 5. TROLL

Gwaihirze 44 (January 1993)

"Drodzy czytelnicy!" by [Andrzej Kowalski], p. 2. Editorial.

"Skarb" by J.R.R. Tolkien, translated by Maciej M. Wygnanski, pp. 3-11. Polish translation of "The Hoard" illustrated by the translator.

"Drugie Proroctwo Mandosa" by J.R.R Tolkien, translated by Tadeusz A. Olszanski, p. 12. Translation of the Second Prophesy of Mandos from The Lost Road (§31-32).

"Komentarz." by Tadeusz Andrzej Olszanski, pp. 13-15. Commentary on the above translation.

"Przeczytalismy dla Was - Tolkien. A Biography by Humphrey Carpenter. Boston 1977." by Humphrey Carptener, loosely translated by M. Blazejewski, pp. 14-20. Translation of the chapter "Slamming the gate" from Carpenter's Tolkien.

"Gra w Tolkiena" by Tomasz Borówka, pp. 28-36. Review of the Tolkien games "Wojna o Pierscien", "Wladca Podziemi", and "Bitwa na Polach Pelennoru."

"Odpowiedz Alcarinowi" by Tadeusz A. Olszanski, pp. 38-39. Bitter poem disputing the Elves' right to give us advice.

"Posluchalismy dla Was" by M. Blazejewski, p. 42. Information on Lewis and Tolkien related music.

"Napisali o nas" by [Nancy Martsch and Nathalie Kotowski], p. 43. Press reviews of 1993: The Tolkien Calendar and Little Gwaihir.

[Untitled] by R. Derdzinski, p. 49. Christmas greetings.

ART: [Untitled] by Malgozrata Pudlik, p. 1. HOBBITS

[Untitled] by Maciej Wygnanski, pp. 4, 6, 8, 10-11.

"Morwena przy Kabed Naeramarth" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 3. CABED NAERAMARTH, MORWEN, STONE OF THE HAPLESS, TEIGLIN

"Wódz Nazguli" by Maciej Wygnanski, p. 27. THE EYE, LORD OF THE NAZGÛL

[Untitled] by by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 37. HOBBITS

Gwaihirze 45 (February 1993)

"Drodzy Czytelnicy!" by [Andrzej Kowalski], p. 1. Editorial.

"Przeczytalismy dla Was - Tolkien. A Biography by Humphrey Carpenter. Boston 1977." by Humphrey Carptener, loosely translated by M. Blazejewski, pp. 2-5. Translation of the chapter "A big risk" from Carpenter's Tolkien.

"Opowiesc o Galadrieli i Celebornie" by Denis Bridoux, translation by Tadeusz A. Olszanski, pp. 7-15. Reconstructed consistent history of the lives of Celeborn and Galadriel, drawing from The Lord of the Rings and Unfinished Tales, with a commentary from the translator.

"Pan Bliss" by J.R.R. Tolkien, translated by Aleksandra Wierucka, pp. 17-43. Translation of Mr. Bliss (pp. 1-27) into Polish in an English/Polish edition.

ART: [Untitled] by Ryszard Derdzinski, cover. BARD, BLACK ARROW, ESGAROTH, MEN, SMAUG

[Untitled] by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 1. HOBBIT

"Amon Rúdh" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 6. AMON RÛDH

"Fingolfin's Ride" by Tom Loback, p. 15. DEVICE OF FINGOLFIN, FINGOLFIN, RINGIL

"Nienna" by Maciej Wygnanski, p. 16. NIENNA

"Fingolfin i Morgoth" by Maciej Wygnanski, p. 44. FINGOLFIN, GROND, IRON CROWN, MORGOTH, RINGIL

"Sauron i Elendil" by Maciej Wygnanski, p. 50. ELENDIL, NARSIL, SAURON

"Finwë przed domem syna" by Karolina Stopa, p. 57. FINWË, FORMENOS

"Zwierciadlo Galadrieli" by Karolina Stopa, p. 59. GALADRIEL

"Dagor Dagorath" by Karolina Stopa, p. 60. GURTHANG, MORGOTH, TÚRIN

Gwaihirze 46 (March 1993)

"Kochani hobbici, kransaoludy, elfy i ludzie!" by [Andrzej Kowalski], pp. 1-3. Editorial.

"Przeczytalismy dla Was - Tolkien. A Biography by Humphrey Carpenter. Boston 1977." by Humphrey Carptener, loosely translated by Michal Blazejewski, pp. 4-7. Translation of the first part of the chapter "Cash or kudos" from Carpenter's Tolkien.

"Mr Bliss - c.d." by J.R.R. Tolkien, translated by Aleksandra Wierucka, pp. 17-43. Continuation of the translation of Mr. Bliss (pp. 28- 49) into Polish in an English/Polish edition.

"Bilbo z latarnia na kiju" by Tadeusz Andrzej Olszanski, pp. 38-39. Review of the Russian television show based on The Lord of the Rings.

"Role-Playing w Sródziemiu" by Tomasz Borówka, pp. 40-41. Review of Middle Earth Role Playing.

"Napisali do nas:" by Philip W. Helms, p. 47. Letter requesting to reprint "Evil and the Evil One in Tolkien's Theology" in American Tolkien Society publications.

"Velkommen til Danmarks Tolkien-forening", p. 48. Invitation to the formation of the Danish Tolkien Society.

"Cliff House" by [Gary Hunnewell], pp. 50-54. Letter from Father Christmas which describes the misadventures of Polar Bear.

ART: [Untitled] by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 3. HOBBIT

[Untitled] by Karolina Stopa, p. 37. FËANOR, NERDANEL

"Feanor" by Karolina Stopa, p. 44. FËANOR

"A Merry Christmas 1992" by Sylvia Hunnewell, p. 49. FATHER CHRISTMAS, POLAR BEAR

"Schody Dimrilla" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 55. DIMRILL STAIR

"Mrok nad Valinorem" by Karolina Stopa, p. 57. ELVES, VALAR

Gwaihirze 47 (April 1993)

"Drodzy czytelnicy, Kochane hobbity!" by [Andrzej Kowalski], pp. 1-2a. Editorial.

"Przeczytalismy dla Was - Tolkien - A biography by Humphrey Carpenter. Houghton Mifflin Compnay Boston 1977." by Humphrey Carptener, loosely translated by M. Blazejewski, pp. 3-7. Translation of the rest of the chapter "Cash or kudos" from Carpenter's Tolkien.

"Cien" by J.R.R. Tolkien, translated by Maciek M. Wygnanski, p. 8. Polish translation of "Shadow-bride" from The Adventures of Tom Bombadil, illustrated by the translator.

"Piesn Galadrieli, podazajacej ku Smiertelnym Brzegom" by Tadeusz Andrzej Olszanski, p. 13. Lament by Galadriel on the circumstances of her voyage to Middle-earth.

"Tolkien, kino i syzyfowe prace." by Arkadiusz Grzegorzak, pp. 36-38. Essay on Tolkien-related science fiction and fantasy films.

"Tolkien, kino i plagiaty" by Piotr W. Cholewa, pp. 39-40. Polemic on the above essay.

ART: [Untitled] by Maciek M. Wygnanski, p. 9.

"Finarfin i Galadriela" by Karolina Stopa, p. 12. FINARFIN, GALADRIEL

[Untitled] by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 30. AGLARON

"Lutien" by Karolina Stopa, p. 35. LÚTHIEN

"Szeryf z Shire" by Ryszard Derdzinski, p. 40. HOBBIT

"Yavanna" by Karolina Stopa, p. 42. YAVANNA

Gwaihirze 48 (May 1993)

"Kochari hobbici, drodzy czytelnicy" by [Andrzej Kowalski], pp. 1-2. Editorial.

"Przeczytalismy dla Was - Tolkien . A biography by Humphrey Carpenter. Boston 1977." by Humphrey Carptener, loosely translated by M. Blazejewski, pp. 3-7. Translation of the first part of the chapter "Headington" from Carpenter's Tolkien.

"Journeys of Frodo" by Barbara Strachey, pp. 9-23. Translation of the text and reproduction of maps I-V from Strachey's book, includes a list of map names translated into Polish.

"O pochodzeniu nazwy 'hobbit'" by Tadeusz Andrzej Olszanski, pp. 25-29. On the origin of the word "hobbit."

"Of This and Other Worlds" by C.S. Lewis, translated by A. Sylwanowicz, pp. 30-31. Translation of the part of Lewis' book discussing The Hobbit.

"Turin Turambar w halach Mandosa" by Tadeusz Andrzej Olszanski, p. 34. Túrin in the Halls of Mandos awaits the coming of Morgoth in this poem.

"Pogranicza Angmaru" by Tadeusz Andrzej Olszanski, p. 35. Poem of the destruction of the lands near Angmar.

"Bitwa O Azanulbizar" by Tomasz Misiorek, p. 37. Poem on the battle of Azanulbizar.

"Danmarks Tolkienforening" by Lars-Terje Øland Lysemose, p. 45. Greetings from the Danish Tolkien Society.

ART: "Turgon i Finrod" by Karolina Stopa, p. 8. FINROD, TURGON

"Civitas Minastirith" by Ryszard Derdzinski, p. 10. MINAS TIRITH, MOUNT MINDOLLUIN, PELLANOR

"Turin i Glaurung przed brama Nargothrondu" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 24. DRAGON-HELM OF DOR-LÓMIN, GLAURUNG, NAROG, TÚRIN

[Untitled] by Grzegorz Knefel, p. 27. HOBBIT

"Íre Manwe" by P. Wynne, p. 29. MANWË

"Pozegnanie Elronda z Arwena" by Karolina Stopa, p. 38. ARWEN, ELROND

Gwaihirze 49 (June 1993)

"Kochani hobbici!" by [Andrzej Kowalski], pp. 1-2. Editorial.

"Przeczytalismy dla Was - TOLKIEN. A Biography by Humphrey Carpenter. Boston 1977." by Humphrey Carpenter, loosely translated by Michal Blazejewski, pp. 3-7. Remaining translation of chapter "Headington" from Carpenter's Tolkien.

[Untitled] by Barbara Strachey, pp. 14-25. Translation of the text and reproduction of maps VI-X from Strachey's book, includes a list of map names translated into Polish.

"Filmowac Tolkiena?" by Tadeusz Andrzej Olszanski, pp. 36-37. On the problems of filming Tolkien.

ART: "Lúthien" by Karolina Stopa, cover. LÚTHIEN

[Untitled] by Malgorzata Pudlik, pp. 1,2 HOBBIT

"Kelebrimbor" by Karolina Stopa, p. 13. CELEBRIMBOR, NARYA, NENYA, VILYA

[Untitled] by Maciej Wygnanski, p. 35. GLAURUNG, NIENOR

Gwaihirze 50 (July - August 1993)

"Witajcie!" by Paulina Braiter-Ziemkiewicz, p. 1. Editorial.

"Drodzy Cztelnicy, Kochani Hobbici (czy moze Kochane Hobbity)!" by [Andrzej Kowalski], pp. 2-5. Editorial.

"Nowe przeklady wierszy Tolkiena kilka slów wstepu" by Tadeusz Andrzej Olszanski, pp. 7-8. Introduction to the following new translations of Tolkien poems.

"Hymn do Elbereth" by J.R.R. Tolkien, translated by Tadeusz Andrzej Olszanski, pp. 9-10. Polish translation of "The Wandering Elves' Song" from The Fellowship of the Ring with translator's notes.

"Duma o Earendilu" by J.R.R. Tolkien, translated by Tadeusz Andrzej Olszanski, pp. 11-16. Polish translation of the "Song of Eärendil" from The Fellowship of the Ring with translator's notes.

"Piesn o zlotych lisciach" by J.R.R. Tolkien, translated by Tadeusz Andrzej Olszanski, pp. 17-18. Polish translation of "Galadriel's Song" from The Fellowship of the Ring with translator's notes.

"Przeczytalismy dla Was - TOLKIEN. A Biography by Humphrey Carpenter. Boston 1977." by Humphrey Carpenter, loosely translated by Michal Blazejewski, pp. 19-21. Translation of chapter "Bournemouth" from Carpenter's Tolkien.

"Piesn tesknoty Aragorna" by J.R.R. Tolkien, translated by Tadeusz Andrzej Olszanski, p. 23. Polish translation of the "Song of Gondor" from The Two Towers with translator's notes.

"Lament Zwawca" by J.R.R. Tolkien, translated by Tadeusz Andrzej Olszanski, p. 24. Polish translation of "Bregalad's Song" from The Two Towers with translator's notes.

"Pobudka entów" by J.R.R. Tolkien, translated by Tadeusz Andrzej Olszanski, pp. 25-26. Polish translation of "The Ents Marching Song" from The Two Towers with translator's notes.

"XI: Epilog" by J.R.R. Tolkien, translated by Agnieszka Sylwanowicz, pp. 27-47. Polish translation of the Epilogue from Sauron Defeated.

"Ostatni statek" by J.R.R. Tolkien, translated by Maciek Wygnanski, pp. 49-53. Polish translation of "The Last Ship" from The Adventures of Tom Bombadil, illustrated by the translator.

"Krótki i praktyczny przewodnik po zyciu i twórczosci JRR Tolkiena" by M. Blazejewski, pp. 55-58. Chronology of significant events in Tolkien's life.

"Wieszczba Malbeth" by J.R.R. Tolkien, translated by Tadeusz Andrzej Olszanski, pp. 59-60. Polish translation of "Malbeth the Seer's Words" from The Return of the King with translator's notes.

"Improwizacja Sama" by J.R.R. Tolkien, translated by Tadeusz Andrzej Olszanski, pp. 61-62. Polish translation of "Sam's Song" from The Return of the King with translator's notes.

"Spiew orla nad Minas Tirith" by J.R.R. Tolkien, translated by Tadeusz Andrzej Olszanski, pp. 63-64. Polish translation of "The Eagle's Song" from The Return of the King with translator's notes.

"Przeczytalismy..." by Tadeusz Andrzej Olszanski, pp. 65-67. Review of J.R.R. Tolkien - Powiernik Piesni by M. Blazejewski.

"Na marginesie" by Michal Blazejewski, pp. 68-69. Response to the above review.

[Untitled] by [Ryszard Derdzinski], pp. 74-75.

"B. Strachey 'Podróze Froda" - c. dalszy" by Barbara Stratchey, pp. 76-95. Translation of the text and reproduction of maps XI-XX from Strachey's book.

ART: [Untitled] by Malgorzata, cover. SILMARIL, VINGELOT

"Przemiana Luthien" by Karolina Stopa, p. 6. LÚTHIEN

[Untitled] by Karolina Stopa, p. 10. ELVES

[Untitled] by Karolina Stopa, p. 16. ELVES, FËANOR

"Kerin Amroth" by Karolina Stopa, p. 22. ARAGORN II, ARWEN, CERIN AMROTH

[Untitled] by Maciek Wygnanski, pp. 48, 51, 54.

"Legolas" by Wojciech Zimon, p. 67. LEGOLAS

[Untitled] by [Patrick Wynne], p. 68. THE HILL, J.R.R. TOLKIEN, PARTY TREE

[Untitled] by Ryszard Derdzinski, p. 75. ANOR, ITHIL, MENELDUR

Gwaihirze 51 (September 1993)

"Drodzy Czytelnicy Kochane Hobbity" by [Andrzej Kowalski], p. 1. Editorial.

"Przeczytalismy dla Was - TOLKIEN. A Biography by Humphrey Carpenter Houghton Mifflin Co., Boston 1977." by Humphrey Carpenter, loosely translated by M. Blazejewski, pp. 3-5. Translation of chapter "Merton Street" from Carpenter's Tolkien.

"XI Epilog" by C.J.R. Tolkien, translated by Agnieszka Sylwanowicz, pp. 7-17. Translation of the notes to the Epilogue from Sauron Defeated.

[Untitled] by Barbara Strachey, pp. 24-33. Translation of the text and reproduction of maps XXI-XXV from Strachey's book.

"Ballada o pijanstwie" by Tomasz Misiorek, p. 35. Ballad on the evils of drinking.

"Upadek Gondolinu" by Tomasz Misiorek, p. 37. Reflective poem on the fall of Gondolin.

"Dwa sny" by W. Zimon, pp. 38-39. Dream of the glory of Middle-earth juxtaposed with its degradation in the present.

"Ogródek babuni" by W. Zimon, p. 39. Poem about an enchanted grandmother's garden.

"Drogowskaz do Piesni" by Alina Kietrys, p. 45. Newspaper clipping from Glos Wybrzeza (12-13 June).

"Przejrzelismy dla Was..." by Tadeusz Andrzej Olszanski, pp. 46-47. Review of J.E.A. Tyler's Tolkien: Przewodnik encyklopedyczny.

"Uwaga: Debiuty" by Joanna Nalaskowska, pp. 48-49. Poetic short story of wonder in the contemporary world.

"Z ostatniej chwili" by [Andrzej Kowalski], p. 50. Stop press: information of "Vingilotë" published by Loza Tolkienowska in Kraków.

ART: "Falco Maggot" by Ryszard Derdzinski, cover. HOBBIT

"Luthien", p. 18. LÚTHIEN

"Finwe & Miriel" by Karolina Stopa, p. 34. FINWË, MÍRIEL

"Gondolin", p. 36.

Gwaihirze 52 (October 1993)

"Drodzy czytelmicy!" by [Andrzej Kowalski], p. 1. Editorial.

"Przeczytalismy dla Was - TOLKIEN. A Biography by Humphrey Carpenter. Houghton Mifflin Company, Boston 1977." by Humphrey Carpenter, loosely translated by M. Blazejewski, pp. 3-4. Translation of chapter "The Tree" from Carpenter's Tolkien.

"Bogactwo, oryginalnosc oraz sila oddzialywania swiata przedstawionego we 'Wladcy Pierscieni'" by Ewa Biernacka, pp. 7-14. Essay on the powerful influence of The Lord of the Rings on people.

[Untitled] by Barbara Strachey, pp. 16-28. Translation of the text and reproduction of maps XXVI-XXX from Strachey's book.

"Obejrzelismy dla was Wladca Pierscieni - wydanie jubileuszowe." by Tadeusz Andrzej Olszanski, pp. 39-43. Review of the Alan Lee illustrated The Lord of the Rings.

"Zielona/Jagoda" by Ewa Dorocinska, pp. 44-45. Reflective poem on the sad fate of Arwen.

"Elentari" by W. Zimon, p. 48. Poem on Elvish longing for the sea and departed friends.

"Pozegnanie Legolasa" by W. Zimon, p. 49. Poem: Legolas says goodbye to Elessar.

[Untitled] by Priscilla Tolkien, p. 50. Letter thanking the author of J.R.R. Tolkien - Powiernik Piesni for the gift of the book.

ART: "Wierzba Stary Las" by Ewa Dorocinska, p. 5. OLD MAN WILLOW

"Thingol i Meliana" by Karolina Stopa, p. 6. MELIAN, THINGOL

"Henneth Annun" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 15. HENNETH ANNÛN

"Daeron" by Karolina Stopa, p. 21. BEREN, DAERON, LÚTHIEN

"Hobbit" by Adam Kaluza, pp. 29-30. BAG-END, BILBO BAGGINS

"Torog Bert" by Adam Kaluza, p. 31. BERT, BILBO BAGGINS

"Erebor" by Adam Kaluza, p. 32. THROR'S MAP

"Dolem" by Adam Kaluza, p. 33. GOBLIN, GREAT GOBLIN

"Smeagol" by Adam Kaluza, p. 34. GOLLUM

"Z patelni w ogien" by Adam Kaluza, p. 35. BILBO BAGGINS, DORI, STING

"Beorn" by Adam Kaluza, p. 36. BEORN

"Muchy i Pajaki" by Adam Kaluza, p. 37. BILBO BAGGINS, SPIDER, STING

"Preludiun" by Adam Kaluza, p. 38. ELVES, GOBLINS, MEN

"Eagles of Manwë" by Maciek Wygnanski, p. 47. GREAT EAGLES, ILMARIN

"Stara Wierzba" by Pjtryk Niczya, p. 51. OLD MAN WILLOW

"Droga przez Stary Las" by Pjtryk Niczya, p. 51. ENTS

Gwaihirze 53 (November 1993)

"Drodzy Czytelnicy, Kochane Hobbity" by [Andrzej Kowalski], p. 1. Editorial.

"Kilka uwag tlumacza" by [M. Blazejewski], p. 3. Comments on "On Fairy Stories".

"O opowiesciach zwanych 'fairy-stories' przez jednych, basniami przez drugich, przez innych zas - jeszcze inaczej" by J.R.R. Tolkien, translated by M. Blazejewski, pp. 5-8. Translation of the introduction and the first part of "Fairy-story" from "On Fairy Stories."

[Untitled] by Barbara Strachey, pp. 36-47. Translation of the text and reproduction of maps XXXI-XXXV from Strachey's book.

[Untitled] by [Andrzej Kowalski], p. 55. Afterword.

ART: "Tol-in-Gaurhoth" by Maciej Wygnanski, p. 4. TOL-IN-GAURHOTH, WEREWOLF

"Beczki" by Adam Kaluza, p. 48. BILBO BAGGINS, STING

"Miasto na wodzie" by Adam Kaluza, p. 49. ESGAROTH

"Smaug Zloty" by Adam Kaluza, p. 49. SMAUG

"Drozd" by Adam Kaluza, p. 50. BILBO BAGGINS, THRUSH

"Thorin" by Adam Kaluza, p. 50. THORIN OAKENSHIELD

"Bard Lucznik" by Adam Kaluza, p. 51. BARD

"Poselstwo" by Adam Kaluza, p. 52. BARD, MEN

"Nocny zlodziej" by Adam Kaluza, p. 53. BILBO BAGGINS

"Ostatnie pozegnanie" by Adam Kaluza, p. 54. BILBO BAGGINS, STING, THORIN OAKENSHEILD

"Powrót" by Adam Kaluza, p. 54. BILBO BAGGINS, GANDALF

Gwaihirze 54 (December 1993)

"Kochani przyjacele, drodzy czytelnicy" by [Andrzej Kowalski], p. 1. Editorial.

[Untitled] by David Day, translated by Aleksandra Jagiellowicz, pp. 3-9. Translation of the introduction and entries (Ainur-Czarni Jezdzcy [Black Rider]) of The Tolkien Bestiary.

"Barbara Strachey 'The Journeys of Frodo' -- c.d" by Barbara Strachey, pp. 30-43. Translation of the text and reproduction of maps XXXVI-XL from Strachey's book.

"J.R.R. Tolkien -- On Fairy-stories" by J.R.R. Tolkien, translated by M. Blazejewski, pp. 45-47. Continuation of the translation of the of "Fairy-story" from "On Fairy Stories"

"Otrzymalismy zyczenia od Kolegów ze Stanów:", p. 50. Hobbit Day greetings from the American Tolkien Society.

[Untitled] by Michal Blazejewski, p. 51. Tolkien quiz.

"Zaprosili nas:" by [Maciej Garbowski], [Robert Grybos] and [Michal Bardel], p. 52. Invitation to a program of papers to be presented by the Loza Tolkienowska Kraków on 9 October in Kraków, Poland.

"I bylismy:" by Marzena, p. 53. Short report on the above small workshop/convention.

"Ciekawostka", p. 56. Curiosity: Polish television guide listing of the Bakshi The Lord of the Rings, with several mistakes.

ART: "Ancalagon the Black" by Maciej Wygnanski, p. 2. ANCALAGON, EÄRENDIL, VINGELOT

"Minas Morgul" by Maciej Wygnanski, p. 29. MINAS MORGUL

"Straz Bialej Wiezy" by Magda Kroczak, p. 34. MAN OF GONDOR

"Oddzialy Faramira" by Magda Kroczak, p. 34. MEN OF GONDOR

[Untitled] by Magda Kroczak, p. 35.

"Formacje Minas Tirith" by Magda Kroczak, p. 40. HALBARAD, MEN OF GONDOR

"Oddzidy Beregonda" by Magda Kroczak, p. 41. BEREGOND

[Untitled] by Karolina Stopa, p. 44. MELIAN, THINGOL

[Untitled] by Sarah, p. 50. HOBBIT, J.R.R. TOLKIEN

"khuzduruk" by Woytek Modrzewski, p. 56. DWARF

Little Gwaihir 38 (January 1993)

"Dear Hobbits; dear friends!" by [Andrzej Kowalski], p. 2. Editorial.

"14 The Hoard" by J.R.R. Tolkien, pp. 17-21. Poem from The Adventures of Tom Bombadil illustrated by Maciej Wygnanski.

[Untitled] by R. Derdzinski, p. 22. Christmas greetings.

ART: [Untitled] by Malg. Pudlik, p. 1. HOBBITS

[Untitled] by Maciej Wygnanski, pp. 17-21.

Little Gwaihir 39 (February 1993)

"Dear Hobbits, Dear Friends" by [Andrzej Kowalski], p. 1. Editorial.

"13 Shadow-bride" by J.R.R. Tolkien, p. 14. Poem from The Adventures of Tom Bombadil illustrated by Maciej Wygnanski.

"Tolkienalia" by Lars-Terje Lysemose, pp. 16-18. List of Tolkien music, interviews, readings, soundtracks, etc.

ART: [Untitled] by Malgorzata Pudlik, p 2. HOBBIT.

"Morwena przy Kabed Naeramarth" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 3. CABED NAERAMARTH, MORWEN, STONE OF THE HAPLESS, TEIGLIN

"Nienna" by Maciej Wygnanski, p. 8. NIENNA

"Amon Rúdh" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 13. AMON RÛDH

[Untitled] by Maciej Wygnanski, p. 14.

"Sauron & Elendil" by Maciej Wygnanski, p. 15. ELENDIL, NARSIL, SAURON

"Yavanna" by Karolina Stopa, p. 18. YAVANNA

"Galadriel's Mirror" by Karolina Stopa, p. 20. GALADRIEL, MIRROR OF GALADRIEL

"Finwe & Miriel" by Karolina Stopa, p. 21. FINWË, MÍRIEL

"Dagor Dagorath" by Karolina Stopa, p. 22. GURTHANG, MORGOTH, TÚRIN

Little Gwaihir 40 (March 1993)

"Dear friends," by [Andrzej Kowalski], p. 1. Editorial.

"Editorial" by [Paulina Braiter], p. 2. Editorial.

"Rathloriel." by Alex Lewis, pp. 6-7. A poem anthropomophizing the river Rathlóriel (and nicely done).

ART: "How say to Thingol about Luthien?" by Karolina Stopa, p. 8. LÚTHIEN, MELIAN, THINGOL

[Untitled] by Karolina Stopa, p. 9. MELIAN, THINGOL

"Schody Dimrilla" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 13. DIMRILL STAIR

[Untitled] by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 14. AGLAROND

"Witch-King of Morgul" by Maciej Wygnanski, p. 15. THE EYE, LORD OF THE NAZGÛL

Little Gwaihir 41 (April 1993)

"Editorial" by [Paulina Braiter], p. 1. Editorial.

"The Last Word" by [Paulina Braiter], p. 14. Thanks for letters and materials.

ART: [Untitled] by Ryszard Derdzinski, cover. BARD, BLACK ARROW, ESGAROTH, MEN, SMAUG

"Cerin Amroth" by Karolina Stopa, p. 2. ARAGORN II, ARWEN, CERIN AMROTH

"Turin i Glaurung przed brama Nargothrondu" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 3. DRAGON-HELM OF DOR-LÓMIN, GLAURUNG, NAROG, TÚRIN

"Celebrimbor" by Karolina Stopa, p. 8. CELEBRIMBOR, NARYA, NENYA, VILYA

"Fingolfin and Morgoth" by Maciej Wygnanski, p. 10. FINGOLFIN, GROND, IRON CROWN, MORGOTH, RINGIL

Little Gwaihir 42 (May 1993)

"Editorial" by [Paulina Braiter], p. 1. Editorial.

"AGM Report" by [Agnieszka Sylwanowicz], p. 9. Report of the winter meeting of the Silesian SF Club of which the Paramdili are a part.

"Danmarks Tolkienforening" by Lars-Terje Øland Lysemose, p. 11. Greetings from the Danish Tolkien Society.

"Dear Friends," by [Andrzej Kowalski], p. 13. Editorial.

ART: "Thingol's Death" by Karolina Stopa, p. 7. MELIAN, THINGOL

"Finwe before Son's House" by Karolina Stopa, p. 8. FINWË, FORMENOS

"Luthien" by Karolina Stopa, p. 10. LÚTHIEN

Little Gwaihir 43 (June 1993)

"Dear friends!" by [Andrzej Kowalski], pp. 1-2. News of the Polish Alan Lee illustrated The Lord of the Rings and the first original Polish book on Tolkien, J.R.R. Tolkien - Powiernik Piesni.

"Latin translation of Meneldur 'Ilucanta'" by [Ryszard Derdzinski], p. 7.

ART: "Luthien" by Karolina Stopa, cover. LÚTHIEN

[Untitled] by Maciej Wygnanski, p. 5. GLAURUNG, NIENOR

"Meneldur - alone" by Ryszard Derdzinski, p. 6. ANOR, ITHIL, MENELDUR

"Losgar" by Karolina Stopa, p. 10. FËANOR

"Darkness in Valinor" by Karolina Stopa, p. 13. ELVES, VALAR

Little Gwaihir 44-45 (July-August 1993)

"Editorial by [Paulina Braiter and Andrzej Kowalski], p. 1. Editorial.

"Last word." by [Andrzej Kowalski], p. 27. Editorial.

ART: "Old Forest" by Ewa Dorocinska, cover. OLD FOREST

"The Hobbit" by Adam Kaluza, p. 3. BAG-END, BILBO BAGGINS

"Bert the Troll" by Adam Kaluza, p. 4. BERT, BILBO BAGGINS

"Erebor" by Adam Kaluza, p. 4. THROR'S MAP

"Under Hill" by Adam Kaluza, p. 6. GOBLIN, GREAT GOBLIN

"Smeagol" by Adam Kaluza, p. 7. GOLLUM

"Out of the Frying-pan into the Fire" by Adam Kaluza, p. 8. BILBO BAGGINS, DORI, STING

"Beorn" by Adam Kaluza, p. 9. BEORN

"Flies & Spiders" by Adam Kaluza, p. 10. BILBO BAGGINS, SPIDER, STING

"Barrels" by Adam Kaluza, p. 11. BILBO BAGGINS, STING

"A Warm Welcome" by Adam Kaluza, p. 12. ELVES, GOBLINS, MEN

"Lake-town" by Adam Kaluza, p. 13. ESGAROTH

"Smaug" by Adam Kaluza, p. 14. SMAUG

"Thrush" by Adam Kaluza, p. 14. BILBO BAGGINS, THRUSH

"Thorin" by Adam Kaluza, p. 15. THORIN OAKENSHIELD

"Bard" by Adam Kaluza, p. 16. BARD

"Deputation" by Adam Kaluza, p. 17. BARD, MEN

"A Theif at the Night" by Adam Kaluza, p. 18. BILBO BAGGINS

"The Return Journey" by Adam Kaluza, p. 19. BILBO BAGGINS, GANDALF

"Last Farrewell" by Adam Kaluza, p. 20. BILBO BAGGINS, STING, THORIN OAKENSHEILD

"Luthien" by Karolina Stopa, p. 24. LÚTHIEN

"Elrond Say Farewell to Daughter" by Karolina Stopa, p. 28. ARWEN, ELROND

Little Gwaihir 46 (September 1993)

"Editorial" by [Andrzej Kowalski], p. 1. Editorial.

"Elements of Traditional Images and the World Creation Myth of J.R.R. Tolkien" by Agnieszka Fulinska, translated by Agnieszka Sylwanowicz, pp. 3-10. The theme of music and its use for Creation is described with examples from The Silmarillion and The Book of Lost Tales with references to The Bible and ancient/medieval philosophies regarding music and creation.

"The Song of Galadriel Coming to the Mortal Shores" by Tadeusz Andrzej Olszanski, translated by Agnieszka Sylwanowicz, p. 13. Lament by Galadriel on the circumstances of her voyage to Middle-earth.

"Borderlands of Angmar" by Tadeusz Andrzej Olszanski, translated by Agnieszka Sylwanowicz, p. 15. Poem of the destruction of the lands near Angmar.

"Listing of Russian Tolkien Editions" by Gregory V. Grigorev, pp. 16-18. Bibliography of Tolkien editions published in Russia.

ART: "Frodo's Dream (at Tom Bombadil's House)" by Helena Strokowska, cover. FRODO BAGGINS

"Feanor" by Karolina Stopa, p. 3. FËANOR

[Untitled] by Ryszard Derdzinski, p. 6. HOBBIT

[Untitled] by Maciej Wygnanski, p. 11. GLAURUNG, NIENOR

"Finarfin & Galadriel" by Karolina Stopa, p. 12. FINARFIN, GALADRIEL

Little Gwaihir 47-48 (October-November 1993)

"Elements of Traditional Images and the World Creation Myth of J.R.R. Tolkien Part II." by Agnieszka Fulinska, translated by Agnieszka Sylwanowicz, pp. 2-16. Discusses whether Eru is inside or outside of Time; textural changes in Tolkien's Creation story's music moving from metaphor to simile; the emergence of Evil: a comparison between the characters of Morgoth/Sauron and Satan; and, the rejection of manichaeism as it applies to Tolkien's world.

"Turin Turambar in the Halls of Mandos" by Tadeusz Andrzej Olszanski, translated by Agnieszka Sylwanowicz, p. 21. Túrin in the Halls of Mandos awaits the coming of Morgoth in this poem.

"Dear Friends!" by [Andrzej Kowalski], p. 27. Editorial.

ART: "Melian's Daughter" by Karolina Stopa, p. 4. LÚTHIEN

"Tol-in-Gaurhoth" by Maciej Wygnanski, p. 8. TOL-IN-GAURHOTH, WEREWOLF

[Untitled] by Maciej Wygnanski, p. 11. GLAURUNG, NIENOR

"Daeron" by Karolina Stopa, p. 17. BEREN, DAERON, LÚTHIEN

[Untitled] by Karolina Stopa, p. 18. LÚTHIEN

[Untitled] by Karolina Stopa, p. 20. ELF, HOBBIT

"Henneth Annun" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 22. HENNETH ANNÛN

"Soldiers" by Magda Kroczak, p. 23. GIMLI, GUARD OF THE WHITE TOWER

"Soldiers of Gondor" by Magda Kroczak, p. 25. SOLDIER OF THE WHITE TOWER, SOLDIER OF THE GREAT GATE

"Old Forest: Old Man Willow" by Ewa Dorocinska, p. 28. OLD MAN WILLOW

Little Gwaihir 49 (December 1993)

"Dear Friends!" by [Andrzej Kowalski], p. 1. Editorial.

ART: [Untitled] by Karolina Stopa, p. 2. LÚTHIEN

"Nazgûl" by Maciej Wygnanski, p. 10. NAZGÛL, NAZGÛL'S FLYING BEAST

"Legolas" by Wojciech Zimon, p. 15a. LEGOLAS

"Minas Morgul" by Maciej Wygnanski, p. 18. MINAS MORGUL

The Tolkien Calendar 1994 [1993].

ART: "Erendis" by Helena Strokowska, cover. ANCALIMË, ERENDIS

"Civitas Minas Tirith" by Ryszard Derdzinski, p. 1. MINAS TIRITH, MOUNT MINDOLLUIN, PELLANOR

"Ulmo i Tuor" by Maciej Wygnanski, p. 2. DEVICE OF TUOR, TUOR, ULMO

"Feanor" by Karolina Stopa, p. 3. ELVES, FËANOR

"Agronath" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 4. ANDUIN, ARGONATH

"Morgoth i Fingolfin" by Maciej Wygnanski, p. 5. FINGOLFIN, GROND, IRON CROWN, MORGOTH, RINGIL, SILMARILS

"Zloty Dwór" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 6. ARAGORN II, GANDALF, GIMLI, LEGOLAS, MEDUSELD

"Dziewczyna z dzbanem" by Karolina Stopa, p. 7.

"Glaurund i Nienor" by Maciej Wygnanski, p. 8. GLAURUNG, NINIEL

"Brama Isengradu" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 9. MERIADOC BRANDYBUCK, ORTHANC, PEREGRIN TOOK

"Ucieczka z Ost-in-edhil" by Karolina Stopa, p. 10. ELVES

"Okret Telerich" by Maciej Wygnanski, p. 11. SWAN-SHIP

"Brama Minas Tirith" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 12. GANDALF, LORD OF THE NAZGÛL

Pan Bliss [1993]

"Pan Bliss" by J.R.R. Tolkien, translated by Aleksandra Wierucka, pp. 1-50. Translation of Mr. Bliss into Polish in an English/Polish edition.

"Silmarillion" [1993]

ART: "Odejscie Elfów Wysokiego Rodu" by Karolina Stopa, cover. ELF

"Mrok nad Valinorem" by Karolina Stopa, p. 2. ELVES, VALAR

"Yavanna" by Karolina Stopa, p. 3. YAVANNA

"Finwe i Miriel" by Karolina Stopa, p. 4. FINWË, MÍRIEL

"Finwe przed domem syna" by Karolina Stopa, p. 5. FINWË, FORMENOS

"Feanor" by Karolina Stopa, p. 6. FËANOR

"Feanor" by Karolina Stopa, p. 7. ELVES, FËANOR, TANIQUETIL

"Feanor i Nerdanela" by Karolina Stopa, p. 8. FËANOR, NERDANEL

"Losgar" by Karolina Stopa, p. 9. FËANOR

"Thingol i Meliana" by Karolina Stopa, p. 10. MELIAN, THINGOL

"Thingol i Meliana" by Karolina Stopa, p. 11. MELIAN, THINGOL

"Smierc Thingola" by Karolina Stopa, p. 12. MELIAN, THINGOL

[Untitled] by Karolina Stopa, p. 13. LÚTHIEN

"Luthien" by Karolina Stopa, p. 14. LÚTHIEN

"Luthien" by Karolina Stopa, p. 15. LÚTHIEN

"Daeron i kochankowie" by Karolina Stopa, p. 16. BEREN, DAERON, LÚTHIEN

"Jak powiedziec Thingolowi o wystepkach Luthien?" by Karolina Stopa, p. 17. LÚTHIEN, MELIAN, THINGOL

"Fingon Waleczny" by Karolina Stopa, p. 18. FINGON

"Turgon i Finrod" by Karolina Stopa, p. 19. FINGON, TURIN

"Finarfin i Galadriela" by Karolina Stopa, p. 20. FINARFIN, GALADRIEL

"Kelebrimbor" by Karolina Stopa, p. 21. CELEBRIMBOR, NARYA, NENYA, VILYA

"Ucieczka z Ost-in-Edhil" by Karolina Stopa, p. 22. ELVES

"Zwierciadlo Galadrieli" by Karolina Stopa, p. 23. GALADRIEL

"Kerin Amroth" by Karolina Stopa, p. 24. ARAGORN II, ARWEN, CERIN AMROTH

"Pozegnanie Elronda z Arwena" by Karolina Stopa, p. 25. ARWEN, ELROND

"Stracenie z niebios Morgotha (Dagor Dagorath)" by Karolina Stopa, p. 26. GURTHANG, MORGOTH, TÚRIN

"Wladca Pierscieni" [1993]

"Skad przychodza Tolkienisci?" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 1. Poetic explanation of where Tolkienists come from.

ART: "Bag End" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 2. BAG END, THE HILL

"Smoczy Fajerwek Gandalfa." by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 3. HOBBITS, PARTY TREE

"Stary Las" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 4. FRODO BAGGINS, MERIADOC BRANDYBUCK, PEREGRIN TOOK, SAMWISE GAMGEE

"Stara Wierzba nad Brzegiem Wii" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 5. FRODO BAGGINS, MERIADOC BRANDYBUCK, OLD MAN WILLOW, PEREGRIN TOOK, SAMWISE GAMGEE, WITHYWINDLE

"Dom Toma Bombadila" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 6. BARROW-DOWNS, HOUSE OF TOM BOMBADIL

"Mgla na Kurhanach" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 7. BARROW DOWNS

"Upiory Kurhanów" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 8. BARROW DOWNS, BARROW-WIGHT, FRODO BAGGINS, MERIADOC BRANDYBUCK, PEREGRIN TOOK, SAMWISE GAMGEE

"Gospoda 'Pod Rozbrykanym Kucykiem'" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 9. THE PRANCING PONY

"...I jej wnetrze" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 10. ARAGORN II, DWARF, FRODO BAGGINS, HOBBITS, MEN OF BREE, THE PRANCING PONY

"Atak na Wichrowym Czubie" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 11. ARAGORN II, FRODO BAGGINS, MERIADOC BRANDYBUCK, NAZGÛL, PEREGRIN TOOK, SAMWISE GAMGEE

"Przejscie Przez Bród Bruinen" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 12. ASFALOTH, BRUINEN, NAZGÛL

"Pola Hollinu - Szpiegujace Ptaki" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 13. THE FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING, HOLLIN

"Sala Kominkowa w Rivendell" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 14. BILBO BAGGINS, HALL OF FIRE

"Przejscie przez Przelecz Czerwonego Rogu" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 15. THE FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING, REDHORN PASS

"Gandalf walczacy z Balrogiem" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 16. BALROG, BRIDGE OF KHAZAD-DÛM, GANDALF

"Schody Dimrilla" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 17. DIMRILL STAIR

"Mallorn" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 18. FLET, MALLORN

"Zaczarowane zwierciadlo Galadrieli" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 19. GALADRIEL, GALADRIEL'S MIRROR, HOBBIT

"Pozegnanie z Lorien" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 20. ELVES, THE FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING, MALLORNS, SILVERLODE

"Agronath" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 21. ANDUIN, ARGONATH

"Amon Hen" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 22. AMON HEN, ANDUIN, BARAD-DÛR, EPHEL DÚATH, FRODO BAGGINS, MINAS MORGUL, MINAS TIRITH, MINDOLLUIN

"Wodospady Rauros" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 23. ANDUIN, RAUROS

"Merry i Pippin spotykaja Drzewca" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 24. TREEBEARD, MERIADOC BRANDYBUCK, PEREGRIN TOOK

"Edoras" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 25. EDORAS, MEDUSELD, SNOWBOURN

"Meduseld - Zloty Dwór Rohirrimów" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 26. ARAGORN II, GANDALF, GIMLI, LEGOLAS, MEDUSELD

"Rogaty Gród" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 27. HELM'S DEEP

"Blyszczace Jaskinie" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 28. AGLAROND

"Merry i Pippin oczekuja w bramie Isengradu na gosci" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 29. MERIADOC BRANDYBUCK, ORTHANC, PEREGRIN TOOK

"Blyszczace Jaskinie" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 30. AGLAROND

"Rozmowa z Sarumanem" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 31. TREEBEARD, GANDALF, ORTHANC

"Gandalf spieszacy do Minas Tirith" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 32. GANDALF, MINAS TIRITH, PEREGRIN TOOK, SHADOWFAX

"Gandalf i Pippin idacy do Denethora" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 33. GANDALF, PEREGRIN TOOK

"Sala tronowa Minas Tirith" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 34. DENETHOR, GANDALF, PEREGRIN TOOK

"Pippin i Beregond na murach" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 35. BEREGOND, PEREGRIN TOOK

"Pojedynek u bramy Minas Tirith" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 36. GANDALF, LORD OF THE NAZGÛL

"Pojedynek Eowiny z Nazgulem" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 37. ÉOWYN, LORD OF THE NAZGÛL, MERIADOC BRANDYBUCK, NAZGÛL'S FLYING BEAST

"Eowina i Faramir w Domu Uzdrowien" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 38. ÉOWYN, FARAMIR

"Obserwacja bram Mordoru przez Froda, Sama i Golluma" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 39. FRODO BAGGINS, GOLLUM, NARCHOST, SAMWISE GAMGEE

"Potrawka z królika - Ithilien" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 40. FRODO BAGGINS, SAMWISE GAMGEE

"Okno Zachodu" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 41. HENNETH ANNÛN

"Frodo, Sam i Faramir u wylotu jaskini" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 42. HENNETH ANNÛN, FARAMIR, FRODO BAGGINS, SAMWISE GAMGEE

"Rozstaje" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 43. CROSSROADS

"Szeloba" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 44. FRODO BAGGINS, PHIAL OF GALADRIEL, SAMWISE GAMGEE, SHELOB, STING

"Szczeliny Zaglady" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 45. CRACKS OF DOOM, FRODO BAGGINS, GOLLUM, SAMWISE GAMGEE

"Elfy odchodza na Zachód" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 46. ELVES

"Pozegnanie Froda w Szarej Przystani" by Malgorzata Pudlik, p. 47. CÍRDAN, MERIADOC BRANDYBUCK, PEREGRIN TOOK, SAMWISE GAMGEE

Independent Publication: Galathilion (Tomasz Gubala, ul. Kielecka 1/11, 41-220 Sosnowiec, Poland; telephone: 0-3 1633225 (Poland); +48 3 1633225 (international)) [Polish, irregular] Subscription cost is $15 (exclusive edition) or $7 (normal edition) per year by cash or postal money order. The fanzine is free of charge if you send your fanzine or other materials in return! A One Page Galathilion Calendar is free of charge for subscribers (an edition appears every winter).

Activities: Galathilion is a "private" and independent Tolkien fanzine (founded in July 1993). The fanzine is edtied by the team of Tomasz Gubala, Karol Maziukiewicz and Wojciech Budzinski.

Galathilion 1 (August 1993)

[Untitled], p. 1.

"J.R.R. Tolkien: Piesn tesknoty Aragorna" by J.R.R. Tolkien, translated by Tadeusz Andrzej Olszanski, p. 1. Translation of the "Song of Gondor" from The Two Towers.

"J.R.R. Tolkien: Wieszczba Malbeth" by J.R.R. Tolkien, translated by [Tadeusz Andrzej Olszanki, p. 6. Polish translation of "Malbeth the Seer's Words" from The Return of the King with translator's notes.

Organization: Amon-Sul (Marchuk Ivan (Dzhoyu), kv 9, 265-B, lr. Mira, Yu-Sakhalinsk 693013, Russia).

Organization: Eglador (Andrey Lensky, ?, Moscow, Russia).

Organization: Eternal Sails (Mikhail Goncharuk, P.O. Box 10252, Krasnoyarsk, 660099, Russia).

Organization: The Green Jasper (L. Lobarev, Leningradskoye shosse 9, k.1 68, Moscow, 125171 Russia).

Activities: The group deals with poems and songs.

Organization: Hobbit Club of Khabarovsk (Pavel Valerievich Belych, Amursky 6-R, 16-22, Khabarovsk 680000 Russia).

Publications: Brendiduimskiy Most [Brandywine Bridge] [Russian, publishing schedule unknown] (Pavel Valerievioh Belyh, Amursky 6-R, 16-22, Khabarovsk 680000 Russia); Sredizemskaya Nezavisimaya Gazeta [The Independent Paper of Middle-earth] [Russian, publishing schedule unknown] (ul. Dikololtseva 70 k. 11, Khabarovsk, 680021, Russia). Subscription cost is unknown. Brendiduimskiy Most 6 (October 1993)

Organization: Khraniteli (S. Kondakova, ul. Severnaya, 15-40, g. Chekhov Sakhalinskaya oblast, 694670, Russia)

Organization: Kuzneykish krai (Oleg Statsenko, Redaktsiya gazety, Kemerovo 650099, Russia).

Organization: Mellon

Activities: The group has about 70 members. They have weekly meetings, write poems, draw pictures and compose very funny fannish yarns.

Publications: Tret'ya Tema and Novosti Primorii (M. Zavadskaya, ul. Z. Kosmodemyanskoy, 26-76, Vladivostok 690063 Russia) [Russian, monthly?], Pioneer of Middlearth (Igor Andreykin, pr. Okeansky, 39, Vladivostok 690010 Russia) [Russian, publishing schedule unknown]. Ash Nazgh [Russian, publishing schedule unknown]. Subscription costs are unknown.

Other information: Pioneer of Middlearth ended publication in 1993.

Ash Nazgh 1 (May 1993)

"[From the Editorial Board]" by Eraen, p. 1. The darker side of the Mellon group has formed and produced this fanzine.

"[From the Publishing House]" by Dintinorl, p. 1. Complaints about the computer problems in setting up the issue.

"[Tolkinists in the Fools' Country]" by Eraen, p. 1. Feelings that the press has misrepresented their group and that the Hobbit Games are a later incarnation of the ancient Games.

"[Named I am - Gorthar...]" by Nienna the Cursed, p. 2. Poem depicting the hatred felt by the Lord of the Nazgûl.

"[Beleg]" by Lory Nazbit, p. 2. Poem about the death of Beleg.

"[The Lullaby of Mirkwood]" by Erean, p. 2. Song sung by the Spiders of Mirkwood.

"[Whoever Comes to Us with a Squib]" by Lory Nazbit and Erean, p. 3. Ariel has used noble dark names for ads and it is not appreicated; Ariel is in trouble again in an imitation of a poem by M. Gorky; and, Saruman fears that the Spiders are too kind- hearted.

"[The Ear of Mordor (official gossip)]", p. 3. A combat between Torin II and Torin III; Mellor, a half-dragon visits; dragon spit and creditors; Gurthang stolen from the tomb of Túrin; an elven sword is used in laundry; a surprising revelation about a member; and, the fans' love for pancakes.

"[Angband Broadcasting Service]", p. 3. Questions and answers about Nazgûl and chainmail.

[Untitled], p. 3. A list of Middle-earth films inspired by modern day ones.

"[UnExplanatory Dictionary]", p. 4. Dictionary of new Middle-earth terms (some obscene).

"[The Nazgul Song]" by Bilbo Torbins, p. 4. A poem about a Nazgûl who has his own plans for the Ring.

"[Drinkwood]", p. 4. Elf flavored drinks.

"[Zoophil's Corner]", p. 4. New members are welcome may be eaten or put to other good uses.

"[Dagnir Glaurunga]", p. 4. Farewell to Glaurung.

[Untitled], p. 4. Hobbits are the offspring of dwarves and rabbits.

[Untitled], p. 4. Suggestions wanted on how to get even and send a member to the Halls of Mandos.

"[Once again about...]", p. 4. Hobbits are the offspring of men and hampsters.

Novosti Primorii 1 [1993]

"[Those Noldor Again!]", p. 1. Two members have found that the Noldor have taken all of the ships.

"[For the Dwarves to Note.]", p. 1. Saruman expects better treatment from the dwarves.

"[Who Is a Skeleton?]", p. 1. A member escapes trouble when revealing his relationship to orcs.

"[Everybody Join Saruman's Army!"], p. 1. Saruman reveals that the Uruk-hai fight so well due to sherry.

"[A Nazgul Indeed!]", p. 1. A nazbit meet the Witch-king.

"[A Generous Elvish Soul."], p. 1.

"[Matches!]", p. 1. The Mellon club plays poker.

"[Hobbits are incorrigible!]", p. 1. Frodo eats too much.

"[The Truth-lover is Wrong at 6.]", p. 1. Ariel promises that Frodo will not oversleep.

"[Isildur's Bane.], p. 1. A Russian word play on the name Isildur.

"[Villainous Experiments.]", p. 1. Men, dwarves and elves react differently under torture.

"[More about the Origin of Hobbits.]", p. 1. A story showing similarities between hobbits and bruises.

"[Nazgul Against Eldoniel? He Must Be Crazy!]", p. 2. A Nazgûl is given a comeuppance.

"[No Way!]", p. 2. A charm is given and lost during a game.

"[Megalomania.]", p. 2. A concern over who in the group are Valar and Eru.

"[Let's Fumble in Radagast's Pocketses!]", p. 2. A discovery about Radagast.

"[Sauron or Dwarves?]", p. 2. An order must be made for Rings.

"[A Fop!]", p. 2. Problems retrieving guests at a Mellon club meeting.

"[Nassty Torbinsses!]", p. 2. Frodo tries to find a tent to sleep in at a Mellon club meeting.

"[Knackers!]", p. 2. Radagast gets water (and leeches) for the soup.

"[They Talk about Different Things.]", p. 2. An attack yeilds a bruised eye.

"[Have You Tried That?]", p. 2. A suggestion for chain-mail: bed springs.

"[Let's Drive it in]", p. 2. A Nazgûl sits on a nail.

"[Beren as the North Pole]", p. 2. Isildur gets his dagger during a gaming session.

"[New Facts about Gollum's Origin.]", p. 2. Isildur admits that he has been hunting for the Ring.

"[Who Is Who?]", p. 2. Ariel lost a precious ring.

ART: [Untitled], p. 2. THE EYE, ORCS

"[The Way to Valinor]", p. 2. THE EYE, ORC

[Untitled], p. 2. ORC

Novosti Primorii 2 [1993] [not seen]

Novosti Primorii 3 [1993]

"[The Nephew Does Not Take after the Uncle...]", p. 1. Frodo guards his larder against hungry guests.

"[Trees Fly at Night!]", p. 1. Two elves have trouble finding water in the dark.

"[Leaves of Grass...]" by A Young Nature-Lover, p. 1. Shelob is now a vegetarian.

"[A Treat a la Melnyboy]", p. 1. Frodo decides to feed a worm with chilly results.

"[Snakesses and Leecheses are Elvish Food]", p. 1. Worms are meat and hence Elvish food.

"[What a Trifle...]", p. 1. Frodo finds that he must attend a class.

"[There Came a Telephone Buzz...]" by A Young Nature-lover, p. 1. A wrong telephone number.

"[This is Buddha Gautama...]", p. 1. Ariel decides to change his name and race.

"[The Sneakers for the Little Ru (Chronicles)]", p. 2. A hard lesson is learned on a railway journey.

"[Hi!]", p. 2. Frodo finds that he doesn't have the key he's supposed to have.

"[The Savage Melniboyans]", p. 2. A play on the name of the head of the competitor's publishing guild.

"[He Gave It Away]" by A Vegetarian, p. 2. An orc is discovered eating hobbit.

"[They Write about Us]", p 2. A book announcement.

"[Presence of Absence]", p. 2. Frodo doesn't have to do his homework.

"[Hobbitish Prudence]", p. 2. Frodo has decided to become a Nazgûl.

"[Do Nazgul Eat?]", p. 2. Chocolate is declared Nazgûl food.

"[The Forty-ninth!..]", p. 2. An argument arises over who is the first Nazgûl.

"[A Little Saucy Thing]" by A Young Nature-lover, p. 2. An elf addresses a member.

"[Ragout a la Ariel]", p. 2. The truth about Ariel's cooking.

"[There Are New Gates in Moria]", p. 2. "Mellon!" will still open doors.

ART: [Untitled], p. 2. THE EYE, NAZGÛL, ORCS

Pioneer of Middlearth 1 (1993)

"'Pioner'-eto zvuchit!" by [Igor Andreykin], p. 1. "The Pioneer - that sounds well!"

"Pohod v Erebor" by J.R.R. Tolkien, translated by [Vyacheslav Kozlov], pp. 2-3. Russian translation of "The Quest of Erebor."

"13 faktov iz zhizni Valinora" by [Igor Andreykin], p. 3. "13 facts out of the life of Valinor."

"K voprosu o g Gorlume" by Gloin, p. 3. "Something new about Gollum."

"Iz Krasnoy Knigi Novoy Marchii" by B. Torbins, p. 4. "From the Red Book of the New March."

Pioneer of Middlearth 2 (1993)

"13 faktov iz istorii Belerianda" by [Igor Andreykin], p. 1. "13 facts of the history of Beleriand."

[Untitled] by [Igor Andreykin], p. 1.

"'Volshebnoy vyaziyu run...'", pp. 2-4. "By Magic Embroidery..."

"Otkuda yest poshi hobbity?" by [Igor Andreykin] and Gloin, p. 5. "Where do the Hobbits come from?"

"Strashnaya istoriya hobbitov" by Ariel, pp. 5-6. "The Scary History of the Hobbits."

"Pismo v redaktsiyu: E. Tsepenyuk", p. 6. "A letter to the publishing-house."

ART: [Untitled], p. 6. GOLLUM

Pioneer of Middlearth 3 (1993)

"Elfov-s Novym Godom!" by [Igor Andreykin], p. 1. "A Happy New Year to the Elves!"

"Nash otvet Chemberlenu" by [Igor Andreykin], p. 1. "Our Answer to Chamberlain."

"'Volshebnoy vyaziyu run...'" by [Igor Andreykin], p. 2. "By Magic Embroidery..."

"Runy J.R.R. Tolkina" by J.T. Sibley, translated by [Vyacheslav Kozlov], p. 3. "The Runes of J.R.R. Tolkien"

"13 faktov iz istorii Belerianda" by [Igor Andreykin], p. 3. "13 facts of the history of Beleriand."

"Ob elfah voobsche i v chastnosti" by Gloin, p. 4. "About the Elves in general and in particular."

"Novosti Fandoma" by [Igor Andreykin], p. 4. "The News of Fandom."

"Iz Krasnoy Knigi Novoy Marchii: Kto yest who" by B. Torbins, p. 5. "From the Red Book of the New March: Who is who."

"Srednezemskiy kalendar", pp. 5-6. "The Middle-earth Calendar."

"Voy Nazgulov v Nochi" by Eldoniel, p. 6. "The Howl of the Nazgûl at Night."

"Novosti Fandoma: Bratstvo Koltsa" by Hildigard Took, p. 6. "The Fandom North: The Fellowship of the Ring."

Pioneer of Middlearth 4 (1993)

"O tekuschem momente" by [Igor Andreykin], p. 1. "About the current situation."

"Sezon dozhdey" by E. Kulkov, p. 1. "The Rain-season."

"Informatsiya k razmyshleniyu" by [Igor Andreykin], p. 1. "Information for speculation."

"Elessar" by J.R.R. Tolkien, translated by [Vyacheslav Kozlov], p. 2.

"Novosti Fandoma: Amon Sul" by Joy, p. 3. "The Fandom News: Amon Sul."

"O nas govoryat, o nas pishut...", p. 3. "They talk about us; they write about us."

"Volshebney vyaziyu run...", p. 4. "By Magic Embroidery..."

"Sredizemskiy kalendar", p. 5. "The Middle-earth Calendar."

"Crossword 'Nesimmetrichnaya subkultura'", p. 5. "A Crossword 'Asymmetric Subculture'."

"Sredizemskiy kalendar", p. 6. "The Middle-earth Calendar."

"Vtoroye prorochestvo Mandosa" by J.R.R. Tolkien, translated by [Vyacheslav Kozlov], p. 6. Russian translation of "The Second Prophesy of Mandos."

ART: [Untitled], p. 6. VINGILOT

Pioneer of Middlearth 5 (1993)

"Novosti" by [Igor Andreykin], p. 1. "News."

"Les i gory..." by Steinvor, p. 1. "Wood and Mountains."

"Hey ty, bla-arodniy!" by Gloin, p. 2. "Hey, ye, an aristocrat."

"Istoriya ischeznoveniya entiyskih zhyon" by Geya, p. 2. "The Story of the Ent-Wives' Disappearance."

"Ohota za Koltsom" by J.R.R. Tolkien, translated by [Vyacheslav Kozlov], pp. 3-4. Russian translation of "The Hunt of the Ring."

"Map of Númenor", p. 4.

"Igry v fantastike" by Gandalf, pp. 5-6. "Games in Science Fiction."

"Alexander Rempel: i Nikakih sglazov!" by B. Torbins, p. 6. "Alexander Rempel: and no evil spells cast!"

Tret'ya Tema 1(3) (January 1993)

"[Editors' Column]" by Mandos, p. 1. Editorial.

"[Congratulations!"] by Lornariel, p. 1. The New Year brings competition to fans of the region.

"[Editorial]", p. 2. Editorial.

"[Who Could Have Expected That!]", p. 2. The club plays 'mafia.'

"[Their Ways]", p. 2. What elves, hobbits and dwarves keep in their houses.

"[He Gave It Away]", p. 2. Saruman tries to estrange the elves and dwarves.

"[To Conceal It from the Enemy]", p. 2. A poison pen report is read.

"[He Showed His True Colour]", p. 2. Saruman tries to convince Frodo of how horrible hobbits are.

"[What Place Is It?]", p. 2. Members recall places in a dissimilar fashion.

"[Dwarves Know Everything], p. 2. Balin explains wallpaper paste.

"[Let's Learn Elvish!]" by [Vyacheslav Kozlov?], p. 2. The Ring inscription is Sindarin, Quenya and Black Speech.

"[Chronicles of the Events of the XXth Century, the Fourth Age of Middle-earth]", p. 2. Russian history with Middle-earth names inserted.

"[The Rear]", p. 3. Photos and descriptions of some of the members of Mellon.

"[That Is Something New!]", p. 3. Frodo comes to a cardinal realization.

"[Who Has Got His Finger in the Pie?]", p. 3. Balin rebukes the television watchers.

"[The Detestable Torbins Again]", p. 3. Computer problems for Balin and Bilbo.

"[Not the Right Season]", p. 3. Why is this hobbit wearing shoes?

"[A Troll's Cookery Book]" by F.D. Torbins, pp. 3-4. Methods for skinning hobbits, men and dwarves; recipies are included.

"[The Uruk-hai Marching Song]" by Estel, p. 4. The orcs sing about the nastiness they shall commit.

"[The Dragon Marching-Song]" by Ruendil, p. 4. The dragon sings about how he'll be happy to eat anything.

"[Impromptu]" by Dintinorl, p. 4. A traditional Russian song is turned around to ask where Thorin is.

"[There is Always a Place for Fairy-tales in Your Life]" by Vladimir Kobylyanski, p. 4. News of the publication of The Pioneer of Middlearth.

"[And Not for Fairy-tales Only...]", p. 4. Closing remarks.

ART: ["These are us, the elves! In the 14th dimension!"], p. 1. ELVES

[Untitled] by F. Torbins, p. 3. TROLL

Tret'ya Tema 2(4) (February 1993)

ART: [Untitled], p. 4. HOBBIT

[Untitled], p. 6. THE EYE

Tret'ya Tema 3(5) (March 1993)

"Peredovaya" by [Lornáriel], p. 1. Editorial.

"The Editors' column" by Mandos, Doris and Lornáriel, p. 1.

"Novosti Primorii" by Gollum Press, p. 2. "News of Primorie."

"Quenya an Lornariel" by [Vyacheslav Kozlov], p. 3.

"Novosti Primorii" by Gollum Press, p. 3. "News of Primorie."

"Komu Nuzhny talanty?" by M[orgoth] B[auglir], p. 4. "Who needs talented people?"

"Bessmertiye elfov - mif ili realnost?" by Saruman, p. 4. "Immortality of Elves: Myth or Reality?"

"Posledniy raz pro Ivanushku-Duraka Sredizemiya" by Lyubitel, p. 4. "The last reference to Ivan the Fool of Middle-earth."

"Pesnya o tom, kak korol Elessar, Sledopyty, Gimli, Legolas i Voysko Myortvyh pobedili piratov i pomogli Gondoru" by Estel, p. 5. "The Song of How King Elessar, the Trackers, Gimli and Legolas and the Host of the Dead defeated the Pirates and helped Gondor."

"Pravda ob igrischah" by Elf Frorizel, p. 5. "The Truth about the Hobbit Games."

"Sovety", p. 6. "Counsels."

"Advertisements", p. 6.

Tret'ya Tema 4(6) (1993) [not seen]

Tret'ya Tema 5(7) (1993)

ART: "Melkor", p. 6. DEVICE OF DURIN, GROND, IRON CROWN, MORGOTH, THE SILMARILS

Tret'ya Tema 6(8) (1993) [not seen]

"Editors' column" by Mandos, Lornariel and Doris, p. 1. Editorial.

"Zdravstvuy, Drug!", p. 1. "Hi, Friend."

"Novosti Primorii" by Gollum Press, pp. 1-4. "News of Primorie."

"Styob" by the editors, p. 1. "Horsing Around."

"Quenya an Lornariel" by [Vyacheslav Kozlov], p. 2.

"Amroth i Nimrodel" by J.R.R. Tolkien, translated by [Vyacheslav Kozlov], p. 3.

"Tolko kak vam obyasnit, chto ya ne vrag vam?" by Melkor, p. 4. "How should I explain, that I'm not your enemy."

"Vash Domashniy lyubimets" by [Eldoniel], p. 4. "Your pet."

"Pesnya, kotoruyu speli elfy Bilbo v Rivendelle, kogda on shel k Ereboru" by Eldoniel, p. 5. "The Songs sung to Bilbo by the Elves of Rivendell, on his way to Erebor."

"Goxofcopuf medicuf", p. 5.

"Sovershenno sekretno!" by Dobrozhelately, p. 5. "Top Secret."

[Untitled] by Narodny poet Sredizemiya, p. 5.

"Nayezdy" by Gloin son of Groin, p. 6. "Abuse."

[Untitled] by Nienna Proklyataya, p. 6.

[Untitled] by Saruman, p. 6.

Tret'ya Tema 7(9) (1993) [not seen]

"Zdravstvuy, Drug!" by [Lornariel], p. 1. "Hi, Friend."

"Quenya an Lornáriel" by [Vyacheslav Kozlov], p. 1.

"OB Elfiyskyh yazykah" by Edouard Kloczko, translated by [Vyacheslav Kozlov], pp. 2-3. "On Elvish Languages."

"Oilima Markirya" by J.R.R. Tolkien, p. 3.

"Lindalë Firielo" by J.R.R. Tolkien, p. 3.

"Oglyanis!" by Beleg Cúthalion, p. 3. "Turn around!"

"Fan-pressa Sredizemya Bibiografiya" by E. Kharitonov, p. 4. "Bibliography of the Middle-earth fan-press."

"Press-obzor" by Obozrevatel, p. 5. "Press-review."

"Vozvraschayas k styobu" by Bezumny Denethor, p. 5. "Coming back to Horsing Around."

"Malyusenkiy test" by Agent Nol-Nol-Sam, p. 5. "A very small test."

"Vash Domashniy lyubimets" by Eldoniel, p. 5. "Your pet."

"Multfilm s kommentariyami", p. 6. "A cartoon with commentaries."

"Yaseneva kolybelnaya", p. 6. "A lullaby of the Ash-Tree."

"Kolybelnaya dlya Gorluma" by Tindomiel, p. 6. "A lullaby for Gollum."

[Untitled] by Lornariel, p. 6.

Tret'ya Tema 8(10) [not seen]

"Zdravstvuy, drug!" by [Lornariel], p. 1. "Hi, Friend!"

[Untitled] by Loriel, p. 1.

[Untitled] by [Vyacheslav Kozlov] and Lornariel, p. 1.

[Untitled] by Editor, p. 1.

"Khronika" by Randir and others, p. 1. "Chronicles."

"Elfiyskaya demokraticheskaya respublika", p. 2. "The Elvish Democratic Republic."

"K voprosu o gnomiyem yazyke" by Randir and Gloin, p. 2. "On the problem of the Dwarvish language."

"Kak ya stal Nazgúlom" by Ariel and F.D. Torbins, p. 2. "How I became a Nazgûl."

"Pod lay sobak i vopli monstrov" by S.O. Rokodevyatiy, p. 3. "While dogs bark and monsters howl..."

[Untitled], p. 3.

"Shari" by Shaarilya, p. 3. "Balloons."

"A vsyo-taki zhal..." by Kaarnarilya, p. 3. "Still it's a pity..."

"Cherez Harad po bolotam i lesam" by Gilmor, p. 4. "Over Harad, through marshes and forests."

"Propavshiy 'Arkenston'" by Lornariel, p. 4. "Lost Arkenstone."

"Pesny Daerona" by Nienna, p. 5. "Daeron's Songs."

"Ob imenah" by [Lornariel], p. 5. "About Names."

"Skorospelye shtrikhi kistorii fan-pressy Sredizemiya" by E. Kharitonov, pp. 6-7. "Quick outline of the Middle-earth fanpress history."

"Ash Nazg #2", p. 8.

Tret'ya Tema 9(11) [not seen]

[Untitled] by Tindomiel, p. 1.

"Zdravstvuy, drug!" by Lornariel, p. 2. "Hi, Friend!"

[Untitled] by Tindomiel, pp. 3-4.

"Pesn Estarriola" by Tindomiel, p. 5. "A song of Estarriol."

"Pismo moriyskomu drugu" by Tindomiel, p. 5. "A letter to a friend from Moria."

"O glazah" by Tindomiel, p. 5. "About Eyes."

[Untitled], pp. 6-7.

[Untitled] by Loriel, p. 8.

"Finduilas" by Loriel, p. 8.

[Untitled] by Loriel, pp. 9-11.

"Doroga Noldor" by Randir, p. 12. "The Way of the Noldor."

"Númenor" by Randir, p. 12.

"Helkaraxë" by Randir, p. 12.

[Untitled] by Thranduil, p. 13.

"Elfiyskaya dobrodushnaya" by Thranduil, p. 13. "An Elvish Good-Natured One."

"Durnoye vliyaniye" by Thranduil, p. 13. "Bad Influence."

"Hobbitus vulgaris" by Eldoniel, pp. 14-18.

"Sredizemskiye baiki" by Ariel, pp. 19-23. "Fables of Middle-earth."

[Untitled] by Editor, p. 24.

Tret'ya Tema ! ([March 1993])

[Untitled] by Eldoniel, p. 1. Poem about the coming of Spring for hobbit, dwarf, elf and men.

"[Hail, Friend!]", p. 1. Editorial.

"[The Elvish Calendar 1993]", p. 2. Elvish calendar started on the first day of the Elvish New Year equivalent to our March 27.

[Untitled] by Ergil, p. 3. Currency change within the Elvish Democratic Republic.

"[Elen Sila!]" by Beren, p. 3. Request by a staunch elf supporter to be a citizen and Minister of Defense of the Elvish Democratic Republic.

"[Resolution:]", p. 3. Beren is appointed citizen and Minister of Defense and Public Affairs of the Elvish Democratic Republic.

[Untitled], p. 3. Caption describing a photograph of members of the club Mellon.

"[A March Dwarf]", p. 3. A suggestion for a dwarf to frolic on the roof is looked down on.

"[They Wash Clean the Uncle's Money]", p. 3. A hobbit exits a bank and is questioned by a dwarf.

"[Artists Stand for the Market]", p. 3. The dwarves are expected to bring gifts to the owner of the computer.

"[What an Idea, Indeed!]", p. 3. A plague at a mice farm brings out the Gollum in someone.

"[Competition]", p. 3. A competition and the winner has the title of Gollum of the First Category.

"[Keys from the Nazgul?]" by A Bystander, p. 3. Balin questions Gandalf of Amursk about the nine keys at his house.

"[Here is Proof!]", p. 3. A question is raised about a suspicious feather mattress.

"[Occasionalism]", p. 3. Ergil's sword is shortened.

"[Isn't it Grand!]", p. 3. Proposals of marriage and resulting alliances.

"[Animal World]", p. 3. Rats are given to Frodo to restart the mice farm.

[Untitled], p. 4. Elvish inscription.

"[March 25 is a Holiday]", p. 4. History of the following two articles.

"[Why Frodo?]" by Doris, p. 4. Due to his weakness and the fact that he would not use the Ring for other than invisibility, Frodo was chosen by Gandalf to bear the Ring.

"[Under the Guise of Mercy]" by Carnimirie, p. 5. The Gandalf's choice of Frodo to take the Ring and his insistance that Frodo show Gollum mercy made Gollum and Frodo pawns in Gandalf's plans to destroy the Ring.

"[Victory??]" by Mr (M.B.), p. 5. The Ring is equated with the atomic bomb; exploding in Mt. Doom, it explains how various races of Middle-earth have been have mutated into what we see today and that Sauron sacraficed himself to bring this about.

"[Down with cheburashkas]" by Angelica Torbins, p. 6. The author finds that the explanations of other members on the organization of hobbits (descended from crocodiles from Russian fairy tales or dwarves) to be quite insulting.

"[M-M-Mew!]" by Beren, p. 6. The author points out that hobbits could be descended from cats and uses examples from the life of Gollum.

"[Our Mail]" by Gloin, p. 6. The editor of the Pioneer of Middlearth berates the layout of The Third Theme.

"[We write back]" by Lornariel, p. 6. The editor feels that he is quite happy with content of The Third Theme.

ART: [Untitled], p. 5. THE EYE

[Untitled], p. 6. DEVICE OF DURIN, DWARF

Sub-organization:

Elen Feanaro (Vyacheslav Kozlov, p. Pervostroiteley, 19-85, Komsomolsk-on-Amur 681024, Russia).

Activities: Meetings, Elvish language studies, correspondence, role-games, translations of Tolkien and of everything associated with him. Foreign correspondents are wanted.

Publications: Mallë Tera [Russian, irregular]. Subscription by trade, membership free.

Mallë Tera 1 (1993)

[Untitled] by [Vyacheslav Kozlov]and Lornariel, p. 1.

[Untitled] by by [Vyacheslav Kozlov], p. 1.

"Iz Knigi Vtrachennykh Predaniy" by J.R.R. Tolkien, translated by [Vyacheslav Kozlov], pp. 2-3. "From The Book of Lost Tales."

"Pisma" by J.R.R. Tolkien, translated by [Vyacheslav Kozlov], p. 4. "Letters."

ART: "Íre Manwë" by P. Wynne, p. 2. MANWË

"Alcor (Melkor)" by P. Wynne, p. 2. MELKOR

"Este" by P. Wynne, p. 3. MANDOS

"Radagast" by P. Wynne, p. 4. RADAGAST

Organization: Mithrandir's Staff (Gregory V. Grigorev, ul. Pobedy, 11-12, Apatity 184200, Russia).

Publications: Tolkien News [Russian, monthly?, unsure if any were published in 1993], Formenos [Russian, irregular, unsure if any were published in 1993]. Subscription costs are unknown. [Additional address for Tolkien News: Borisov Vladimir Ivanovich, 855, Abakan-16, 662616 Russia.]

Organization: Stranniki [The Wanderers] (Andrey Yermolayev, ?, Kazan, Russia or Anatoly Stegalin, P.O.Box 3692, Samara, 30, 443030, Russia)

Activities: The club holds a convention called Zilant-Con, named after the legendary Kazan dragon Zilant, an annual festival for Tolkien, science fiction and fantasy fans. It also participates in many live-action games.

Publication: Kazad-dom: The Brief Digest [English, publishing schedule unknown, unsure if any were published in 1993]. Kazad-dom [Russian, publishing schedule unknown, unsure if any were published in 1993]. Fire & Stone [Russian, publishing schedule unknown, unsure if any were published in 1993]. Subscription costs are unknown.

Organization: Tolkien Linguistic Fellowship (Gregory V. Grigorev, ul. Pobedy, 11-12, Apatity 184200, Russia).

Publications: Aiya [Russian, irregular]. Subscription costs are unknown.

Aiya 3-5 (17 January 1993)

"AIYA!" by [Gregory V. Grigorev?], p. 1. Explanation that Aiya is now independent of the group Formenos.

[Untitled] by [Gregory V. Grigorev?], p. 1. Formenos 2 soon to be published; interest in Tolkien inspired music; interest in Tolkien fanzines for the Marquette University archives; Basic Quenya is being translated into Russian; review of Mythlore; and, interested in gettting various Tolkien fanzines.

"Listing of Russian Tolkien Editions" by Gregory V. Grigorev, pp. 2-4. Listing of Tolkien's works translated into Russian.

Organization: Ushkuynik [The Explorers of Unknown Lands] (Alexandre Tutov, ul. Kedrova 12a-54, Kotlas, 165400, Russia)

Activities: Organized during the July 1993 "Nordkon" held in Kotlas, Arkhangelsk Region, Russia.

Organization: ? (Nataliya Prochorova, 109 180 Moskva, ul. Bol'shaya Polyanka, D. 28 KV 266, Russia).

Organization: ?

Publication: Vzgliad s Meneltarmy [Russian, publishing schedule unknown, unsure if any were published in 1993].

Organization: ? (Dina F. Husainova, pr. Oktyabrya, 118-16, Ufa, 450053, Russia or Allikas Alexei, 8 March Street, 20 flat 9, Ufa 450005, Russia).

Publications: Put K Valinoru [The Way to Valinor] [Russian, bimonthly?, unsure if any were published in 1993]. Subscription cost is unknown.

Organization: ? (Ivonina Yelena Kirillovna, Kirov Street 85 flat 57, Novokuznetsk, 654080, Russia).

Organization: ? (Oksana Romanova, Finland Prosp. 1 flat 69, St. Petersburg, 194175, Russia).

Organization: ? (Mikhail Konin, Karyernaya Street 55 flat 21, Ivanovo 153012, Russia).

Organization: ? (?, Novosibirsk, Russia)

Publication: Arda's Songs.

Arda's Songs (1993) [not seen]

Organization: ? (?, Moscow, Russia)

Publication: Quenta Nostra.

Quenta Nostra (1993) [not seen]

Organization: Sociedad Tolkien Española (José Manuel Ferrández Bru, C/Nueva San Antonio 3-3ª, 03203 Elche (Alicante) Spain).

Activities: The STE organized a lecture on the "Origins of Tolkien's Epic"; an exposition of books and foreign publications; a dinner; and, a speech on Middle-earth for the Hispacon '93 (Spanish Science Fiction and Fantasy Conference) which occurred from 21-24 October.

Publications: Estel [Spanish, irregular]. Boletín Informativo de la Sociedad Tolkien Española [Spanish, irregular]. Publications can be obtained by exchange of other Tolkien organizations' publications.

Boletín Informativo de la Sociedad Tolkien Española (January 1993)

"Editorial", p. 1.

"Comunicaciones de la Junta Directiva", pp. 2-4.

"Smials", pp. 5-6.

"Comité de Lenguas y Alfabetos", p. 7.

Boletín Informativo de la Sociedad Tolkien Española (March 1993)

"Editorial", p. 1.

"Comunicaciones de la Junta", pp. 2-4.

"Smials", p. 5.

"Crónicas de Doriath" by Pablo J. Ginés Rodríguez, pp. 6-8.

"Resoluciones de la Junta Directiva Electa", p. 9.

"Primeras Jornadas Tolkien en Valladolid", pp. 10-11.

"Gran Enciclopedia de Arda", p. 11.

Boletín Informativo de la Sociedad Tolkien Española (May/June 1993)

"Editorial", pp. 1, 11.

"Comunicaciones de la Junta", pp. 2-5.

"Crónicas de Doriath" by Pablo J. Ginés Rodríguez, pp. 6-8.

"Crónicas de Gondolin", pp. 9-10.

"Noticias Desde Granada", p. 10.

Boletín Informativo de la Sociedad Tolkien Española (September/October 1993)

[Untitled] by ? and Luis González Baixauli, pp. 1,7.

"Comunicaciones de la Junta", p. 2.

"Informe de Tesoreria", p. 3.

"Comité de Lenguas y Alfabetos de la Tierra Media: Noleorimbë Endorenno Lamberon", p. 6.

Estel 5 (March 1993)

"Editorial", pp. 4-5. Estel 5 is better in form and contents than the previous numbers.

"La Ilustracion en el Mundo de Tolkien" by Jose Manuel Ferrández Bru., pp. 7-21. About illustrators: Pauline Baynes, Alan Lee, Ted Nasmith, Inger Edelfeld and Tolkien himself. Also Bakshi's film, Dixon and Wenzel's comic-book and Luis Bermejo comic-book of The Lord of the Rings.

"El Origen del Nombre: Melkor" by Miguel Angel Calvo Martínez, pp. 22-23. Is the Quenya word "Melkor" related to Latin "Melior" ("best")?

"Un Resumen de la Conferencia del Centenario de Tolkien: 17-24 de Agosto de 1992, Keble College, Oxford." by Chris Seeman, translated by R.M.C. Legolas, pp. 24-25. The Centenary Conference was a great event: main activities and personalities.

"La S.T.E. en la Hispacon '92" by José Manuel Ferrández, pp. 26-30. About the role of the STE in the Spanish conference of Science Fiction and Fantasy.

"Adaptacion del Calendario de Imlandris al de Origen Latino." by Luis Goñi, pp. 31-35. Explains the correct (and easy) way of using Elven dates instead of ours with a complete adaptation table.

"Noticias", pp. 36-37. News from the New England Tolkien Society, the Mythopoeic Society, Unquendor Committe and other groups.

"Entrevista a: Stephen Medcalf Doctor en Literatura Inglesa." by Pablo J. Ginées Rodriguez, pp. 38-42. Medcalf met Tolkien in Merton College and they spoke about witchcraft. Tolkien denied any relation between C.S. Lewis and the Ents.

"El Absurdo Mundo Paralelo de Tolkien: La música de los Ainur." by Oscar T. Villalobos, pp. 43-47. Rúmil tells Eriol that Ilúvatar created the Ainur in a Jazz club while listening to "Money for Nothing." The music of the Ainur was perverted by Melko when Ilúvatar went to the dentist and that is Eä's true origin.

"El Buzón de Bolsón Cerrado" by Miguel Angel Calvo Martínez, pp. 48-49. Writes that the DragonLance series is not a copy of The Lord of the Rings but simply inspired by Tolkien.

"El Ultimo Refugio" by Jaime Pérez Arbona, pp. 50-52. The last Elf is sailing from the Grey Havens.

"Bibliografia de las Obras Relacionadas con Tolkien", pp. 53-55. A bibliography that includes Spanish authors as well as Spanish translations of foreign studies on Tolkien and Anglo-saxon edtions. 47 entries of books only.

ART: [Untitled], p. 48. SMIAL

[Untitled], p. 50. ERED LUIN

[Untitled], p. 52. BELEGAER

Sub-organizations ("Smials"):

Doriath (Pablo Gines Rodriguez, c/ Florencia, 7, 3°D, 08026 Barcelona, Spain).

Activities: The smial hosted a Tolkien anniversary feast with medieval games on 3 January. A paper, "Vida y obra de J.R.R. Tolkien", was read on 5 February. They organized a medieval fantasy masquerade and dinner on 19 February (Carnaval Feast) and played a public performance of the Battle of the Five Armies in a wargame on 27 March (with related maps and pictures displayed). From 23-25 April in the Centro Cívico de San Ildefonso in Cornellè activities included debate about role-playing in Middle-earth, a paper was read,

the Bakshi film The Lord of the Rings was viewed and there was an exposition of Anniversary pictures. A lecture on Túrin Turambar was given on 25 September; a paper on Life in the Kingdom of Gondor was presented on 19 November; and, a debate on the Evolution of Fantasy Literature was held on 17 December.

Gondolin (Luis Goñi Navarro, Av. Pio XII, no 31, 7° D, 31008 Pamplona (Navarra), Spain).

Activities: The smial organized a Bilbo's Birthday Feast in October in a medieval inn.

Khazad-dum (Santiago Gª Solans, Cmno. de las Torres, 112, 7° 2ª, 50007 Zaragoza, Spain).

Publications: Elfstone [Spanish, irregular]. Subscription cost is 1200 Spanish ptas. Lothlórien [Spanish, monthly]. Subscription cost is unknown.

Additional information: Elfstone and Lothlórien are both general science fiction and fantasy magazines.

Mithlond, los Puertos Grises (José David Marhuenda Ferrero, C/Doctor Sapena no 70, 03201 Elche (Alicante), Spain).

Rivendell-Imladris (Luis González Baixauli, C/Pisuerga 4, 4° A, 47009, Valladolid, Spain).

Activities: The first Tolkien Conference in Valladolid was held from 4-5 January. During the conference a speech was given on Middle- earth's history; a debate was held on Tolkien and Role Playing; and, role playing games were played. Also, there was an exposition on role playing games' Middle-earth pictures and mistakes in role playing game modules. Monthly meetings were held at a pub to read and comment on The Silmarillion. The smial hosted a "hobbits from Bree" dinner in July.

Publications: Kenbeo Kenmaro [not seen].

Additional information: Kenbeo Kenmaro is a general science fiction and fantasy magazines.

Tol-In-Gaurhoth (Jesús Fernández Lozano, C/Ronda de los Tejares, 34, Portal 1, 2° 2, 14001 Córdoba, Spain).

Activities: A lecture "Mitopoeia: una visión filosófica de la vida y obra de J.R.R. Tolkien" was given at the University of Granada (Spain) on 11 May.

Organization: Angmar Malmö Tolkiensällskap (c/o Helen Lindelöf, Serenadgatan 29, 215 73 Malmö, Sweden (or) Helene Hansson Producentgatan 9, 215 82 Malmö, Sweden (or) Tommy Silverros, Kalendegatan 29B, 211 35 Malmö, Sweden).

Publication: Certhas Angmar [Swedish, 3-4 issues a year]. Subscription cost is 100 SEK.

Certhas Angmar 12 ([February 1993]) [not seen]

"Ledare" by [Leif Jacobsen], p. 2. "Editorial".

"Angmanacka", p. 3. "Angmalendar". Activity calendar.

"Bokskogen -92 the story" by [Peter Svärd], p. 4-5. Report from The 1992 Beech Wood.

"Fingal Fanuidhol går på utställning" by Fingal Fauidhol., p. 6. "Fingal Fanuidhol visits an exhibition". Report from an exhibition in Copenhagen of water-colours by Priscilla and Christopher Tolkien.

"Tolkiennytt 3" by [Tommy Silverros], p. 7. "Tolkien news 3". Column.

"Saurons fall" by [Christina Hansson], p. 8. "The fall of Sauron". Poem.

"Vårbankett, Lördagen den 27:e februari kl. 18.00", p. 9. Advert for Angmar's Spring banquet.

"Novemberbankett -92" by [Marie Bengtsson], p. 12-13. Report from Forodrim's November Banquet in 1992.

"Stormöte" by [Tommy Silverros], p. 14. "General moot". Report.

"2 årsvisan" by [Christina Hansson], p. 14. "The two-year song". Poem.

"Rådsäldsten funderar jan. 93" by [Helene Hansson], p. 15. "The Eldest of the Council ponders in Jan. -93".

"Tolkiens 101[-]årsdag" by [Mirjam Gille], p. 16. "The 101st birthday of Tolkien". Report from a feast.

"Bilbos lästips 6" by [Tommy Silverros], p. 16. "Bilbo's reading tips 6". Column on new Tolkien books.

"Debatt", p. 17. "Debate". Contains: "I demokratins anda" ("In the spirit of democracy" - criticism of lack of democracy in Angmar) by [Magnus Liljedahl], and "Lever Angmar? Vad vill du ha föreningen till?" ("Does Angmar live? What do you want of the society?") by [Peter Svärd].

"Sago gillet" by [Marie Bengtsson], p. 18. "The Saga Guild". Information about the aims of the guild.

"Tävling" by [Leif Jacobsen and Helen Lindelöf], p. 19. "Contest". Consists of five quotes from The Lord of the Rings.

ART: "Den som gapar efter hela mycket blir ofta hela stycket". HOBBIT

"Plötsligt innan slaget vid Pelennors slätter började enterna dansa krigsdans" ENTS

Certhas Angmar 13 ([April] 1993)

"Ledare" by [Leif Jacobsen], p. 2. "Editorial".

"Angmanacka", p. 3. "Angmalendar". Activity calendar.

"Rådäldsten spekulerar" by [Helene Hansson], p. 4. "The Eldest of the Council speculates". Column.

"Angmar lever" by [Leif Jacobsen], p. 4. "Angmar lives". Poem.

"Fråga Dr. Azog", p. 5. "Ask Dr. Azog". Readers' queries.

"Klotterplanket", p. 6. "Scribble board". Various brief notices, among them a letter of comment to "Novemberbanketten -92" in Certhas Angmar 12 by [Gert Alenhall], a poem by [Christina Hansson], and "Angmarometern - Angmars egen trendbarometer" ("The Angmarometer - Angmar's own trend barometer") by [Tommy Silverros].

"Debatt", p. 7. Contains: "Hej" ("Hallo") by V.I.M. [W.H.O.], and "Fursteparets vara eller icke vara?" ("The Prince pair - to be or not to be?") by [Peter Svärd].

"Bilbos Lästips 7" by Tommy Silverros, p. 8. "Bilbo's reading tips 7". Column on new Tolkien books.

"Tolkiennytt 4" by Tommy Silverros, p. 8. "Tolkien news 4". Column.

"Känner ni igen namnen?" by [Anders Nilsson], p. 9. "Do you recognise the names?" Quote from Voluspa with dwarf names.

"Tant Angmas brevspalt" by Tant Angma, p. 10. "The letter column of Aunt Angma". Readers' queries.

"Kungörelse", p. 11. Announcement of honourary members, among them Christopher and Priscilla Tolkien, and Rayner Unwin.

"Det kom ett brev...", p. 11. "A letter reached us..." Plea from Palantíren for subscribers and ideas of how to market it.

"Teater improvisationer", p. 12. "Theatre improvisations". Call for meetings.

"Majbankett", p. 12. "May Banquet". Ad.

"Perspektiv ifrån en ölkväll" by [Helen Lindelöf], p. 13. "Perspectives from a beer evening". Report from a beer test.

"The Adventures of Aragorn" by Mattias Andersson, Mats Persson (text), and Peter Svärd (illustrations), pp. 14-16.

"Angmars Stämma 93-02-07", p. 17. "Angmar's Annual General Meeting". Minutes.

"Vim ø dø?", p. 17. "Who is this?" Text with photo of a member and with a photo covering the centre-fold (pp. 18-19).

"Gudars vrede. Prolog: Legenda - alltings början" by [Christina Hansson], pp. 20-22. "The wrath of gods. Prologue: Legenda - the beginning of everything". Short story.

"Sagan om Evert och Bertil Troll. Del 1" by Peter Svärd, pp. 23-25. "The tale of Evert and Bert Troll. Part 1". Short story.

"Vi tonar ner", p. 25. "We tones down". Ad for the 1993 Beech Wood.

"En resa i Harad" by Dr Gilfanon Livingstone [Magnus Ottosson?], pp. 26-27. "A travel in Harad". Short story or fictionalized travel story.

"Morias mörker" by [Leif Jacobsen], pp. 28-32. "The darkness of Moria". Short story.

[Untitled] by Per A.J. Andersson, p. 32. Magazine clipping [from Bild & bubbla] of a review of Bilbo (Dixon/Wenzel illustrated The Hobbit in Swedish).

"Sagoberättaren Tolkien" by Guje Mattisson, p. 33. Newspaper clipping (Arbetet, 2 February 1993) about Tolkien and the Tolkien centenary.

"Leucothoe Tolkieni from the Sala-y-Gomez Ridge" by Georgyi Vinogradov, p. 34. Sea creatures named in honour of Tolkien.

"Sagotävling", p. 35. "Tale contest". A contest for the best tale sent to Certhas Angmar.

"Förra numrets tävling", p. 35. "The contest of last issue". Solution and winner.

ART: "Dr. Azog", p. 5. AZOG

"Den som gapar över mycket får ofta för mycket av stycket - gammalt hobordspråk", p. 8. HOBBIT

"På morgonen spelade Bilbo och dvärgarna stenkula." by Peter Svärd, p. 10. BILBO BAGGINS, DWARVES, TROLLS

[Untitled], p. 23. TROLL

Certhas Angmar 14 (1993)

"Ledare" by Leif Jacobsen, p. 2. "Editorial".

"Annonser", p. 3. "Adverts". Invitation to a live role-playing game.

"Fingal Fanuidhol trillar av stolen" by Fingal Fanuidhol, p. 3. "FF tumbles off his chair". FF has read in The Daily Mirror that a businessman, Edward Bratt, is planning a Middle-earth version of Euro-Disney, called The World of Middle-earth.

"Något om alvernas merrymaking" by [Reimar Schmidt], p. 4. "Some notes about Elvish merry-making". Fictitious(?) report.

"The jewel" by Pierre, p. 5-6. Poem in English.

"Bilbos Lästips 8" by [Tommy Silverros], p. 7. "Bilbo's reading tips 8". Column on new Tolkien books.

"Tolkiennytt 5" by [Tommy Silverros], p. 8. "Tolkien news 5". Column.

"Serietidningsmötesrapport" by Peter Svärd, p. 9. "Report from comic magazine meeting".

"Dekorationsfana med emblem" by [Gert Alenhall], p. 12. [How to produce a] "Decorative banner with emblem".

"Debatt" by Peter Svärd, p. 13. "Debate". Untitled piece concerning the breeding of Hobbits.

"Rådäldsten funderar" by [Helene Hansson], p. 14. "The Eldest of the Council ponders". Column.

"Möte i Carn Dûm 930613" by [Tommy Silverros], p. 15. "Moot in Carn Dûm 930613". Report from the first meeting in Angmar's new premises.

"Sång hörnan (Rak ant rol)" by [Anders Nilsson and Leif Jacobsen], p. 16. "The song corner". Consists of: "Saruman vad gör du[?]" ("Saruman what are you doing"), song to the tune of a Swedish pop hit.

"Klotterplanket", p. 17. "The scribble board". Various brief notices.

"Angående dryck!" by [Leif Jacobsen], p. 18. "Concerning liqours!" LJ finds support for his own drinking habits with quotes from "The Prancing Pony" chapter in The Lord of the Rings.

"Angmars Stormöte 9/5" by [Tommy Silverros], p. 19. "Angmar's General Moot 9/5". Report from Angmar's last meeting in its old premises.

ART: [Untitled] by , cover. ENT, HOBBITS

"Bard & son's nya produkter.", p. 17. BARD

[Untitled], p. 18. HOBBIT

Certhas Angmar 15 (December 1993)

"Ledare" by [Leif Jacobsen], p. 2. "Editorial".

"Angmanacka", p. 3. "Angmalendar". Activity calendar.

"Stegrande Ponnyn", p. 4. "The Prancing Pony". Invitation to a feast.

"Dräktmöte 15/1", p. 4. "Costume meeting 15/1". Call for meeting in costume.

"Inbjudan", p. 5. "Invitation" [to a feast on 28th January, arranged by the Drinking Guild].

"Klotterplanket", p. 6. "Scribble board". More or less fictitious letters to the editor.

"Jakten på den försvunna Tomten" by [Björn Flintberg], pp. 7-13. "The hunt for the missing Father Christmas". Short story about two Orcs searching for FC, eventually proving to be Tom Bombadil.

"Tolkiennytt 6" by [Tommy Silverros], p. 14. "Tolkien news 6".

"Tant Angmas Skvallerkrönika" by Tant Angma, p. 15. "The Gossip Column of Aunt Angma". About events in Angmar.

"Rådäldsten Spekulerar" by [Helene Hansson], p. 16. "The Eldest of the Council speculates". Thoughts on activities.

"Till en enhörning" by [Christina Hansson], p. 17. "To a unicorn". Poem.

"Bilbos Lästips 9" by Tommy Silverros, p. 18. "Bilbo's Reading Tips 9". Concerning new books, mainly with Tolkien connections.

"21-års JUBILEUM", p. 19. "21 year JUBILEE". Invitation to the celebration of the 21st anniversary of Midgårds Fylking.

"Välkommen till fantasins rike!" by [Christina Hansson], p. 20. "Welcome to the realm of fantasy". Poem.

"Slättfolket" by M, p. 20. "The people of the plain". Poem.

"Bogskogen 1993" by Kim Hansen, pp. 21-22. "The Beech Wood 1993". Report from the main annual event of Angmar.

"Kort om sagogillet 20/10" by [Tommy Silverros], p. 23. "Some notes about the Saga Guild [meeting] 20/10". Report.

"Insiktsbrygd á la milvushina:", p. 23. "Brew of insight à la milvushina". Poem.

"Nordens Tolkienfestival 94, 17 - 20 juni 1994", p. 24. "The Northern Tolkien Festival 94..." Invitation.

"Stegrande Ponnyn", p. 25. Invitation to a feast with a competiton of baking the most well-tasting pie.

"Osgiliath där mötas vi...", p. 26. Invitation to a banquet.

"Kort om stormötet 30/10" by [Tommy Silverros], p. 27. "Some notes about the general moot 30/10". Report.

ART: "Frodo och Sam lånar Legolas båge...", p. 6. FRODO BAGGINS, SAMWISE GAMGEE

"Hobbit-släktet är hotat..." by A.B., p. 16.

Organization: Angmarrim Tiri (c/o Linus Svensson, Kalmarvägen 4, 270 11 Abbekås, Sweden (or) Tommy Silverros, Producentgatan 9, 215 82 Malmö, Sweden).

Publication: Angmarrim Tiri [Swedish, irreguar].

Angmarrim Tiri 5 (December 1993)

"Redaktionellt" by Thorin Ekenskölde, p. 1.

"Sam tycker till om...Drakar!" by Sam Gamgee, p. 2.

"Den Stergrande Ponnyen" by Glorfindel, pp. 3-4.

"The Fall of Gil-Galad" by J.R.R. Tolkien and Jessica Yates, music by S. Oliver, pp. 7-8. Tolkien's poem with additional verses and set to music.

"Ha en trevlig kryss-stund" by Rosa Kattun-Took, p. 12. Crossword puzzle with Middle-earth clues.

[Untitled] by Thorin Ekenskölde, p. 15.

"Angmarrims Upplevelserivomb" by Sam Gamgee, p. 16.

"Angmarrim", p. 20.

ART: [Untitled] by Linus, p. 2. HOBBIT

[Untitled] by Linus, p. 15. HOBBIT

Organization: Arda-sällskapet (att. Anders Stenström, Stiernhielmsgatan 5 B, 753 33 Upsala, Sweden).

Activities: A freestanding organization the purpose of which is to publish Arda. It cannot be joined but does arrange secondary activities (none were held in 1993).

Publication: Arda [Swedish/English, irregular, none published in 1993].

Organization: Celemith Falas, Gotlands Tolkiensällskap (c/o Margareta Hoas, Skeppargatan 1, S-621 57 Visby, Sweden).

Publication: Och drake flyger [Swedish, irregular, not known if any were published in 1993].

Organization: Forodrim Stockholms Tolkiensällskap (c/o Carina Agebratt (Zimraphel, the Curator), Västra Allén 16, NB S-181 62 Lidingö, Sweden (phone: +46-8-766 63 72) (or) Forodrim, Stockholms Tolkiensällskap, Agnegatan 45, S-112 29 Stockholm (phone +46-8-650 09 35) [the address to the premises of Forodrim])

Activities: The Forodrim held monthly folkmoots, except in June and July; Mereth Girithron (the November Banquet) and Mereth Ennyn Laer (the Banquet of the Gates of Summer) are banquet folkmoots; smaller feasts were held in March (The New Year) and August (Forodrim's birthday). The yearly celebration of Tolkien's Birthday Party was held on 3 January was held. Middle-earth dress was compulsory for all of the above occasions. A parade was organized through Fornost Erain (Stockholm, Sweden) on the first day of the Gates of Summer (Ascension Day).

Additional information: In the absence of the King, the constitution is upheld and the Forodrim are governed by the Grand Council, under the Law of the Forodrim. There are three estates: Commoners, Knights/Dames, Princes/Princesses. Members are required to take names, not necessarily from the legendarium. The calendar is according to the New Reckoning; the Year XXII of the Forodrim began on 18 March 1993. The newsletter, Medlemsbladet, contains mostly society related material including reports from banquets and guild activities and information about future events. Most Medlemsblad include a summary of what the Swedish press has written about Tolkien and related matters. Guilds are not sub-organizations in the usual sense, i.e., more or less independent organizations geographically apart from the main society, but in reality the main fora of activity within the Forodrim apart from the the monthly folkmoots and the feasts, and catering for the various special interests of its members. Thus they have no addresses as such, apart from the home address of whoever happens to be Guildmaster at the moment.

Publication: Medlemsbladet [Swedish, 10 times per year]. Subscription cost is 140 SEK (Sweden), 200 SEK (world).

Medlemsbladet 197 ([January] 1993)

"Redaktionen talar" by [Per Lundberg and Erik Rågvik], p. 2. "The editors speak". Editorial. There is also a list of new and rejoined members together with changes of addresses on this page.

"Kalendarium", p. 3. "Calendar". Activity calendar.

"Protokoll från Gillesmästarmötet den 1 Ringarë XXI" by [Åke Bertenstam], p. 4. "Minutes from the meeting of the Guild Masters on ..."

"Från värdshuset" by [Carina Agebratt], p. 4. "From the Inn [Guild]". Thanking the resigning Guild master Åsa Hedlund.

"Mellonath Seregon inbjuder härmed Allt Forodrim till Nyårsfest Lördagen den 13 mars 1993 (u.t.)" by [Ewiz Ehrsson and Jens Gustafsson], p. 5. "Mellonath Seregon hereby invites all of the Forodrim to New Year Feast, Saturday the 13th March 1993 (non Middle-earth reckoning)." Ad.

"Folkmötesrapport" by "Nisse", p. 6. "Report from Folk moot". Report from the moot of December 1992.

"Aftonstjärnans orden" by , p. 7. "The Order of the Evenstar".

"Forodrims stora råd söker ny ceremonimästare" by [Leif Eurén], p. 7. "The Grand Council of the Forodrim wants a new Master of Ceremonies".

"Festfurste fattas! Forodrims fantastiska fester förlorade? Följ fortsättningen framgent..." by [Per Lundberg], p. 7. "Prince of Feast is missing! Are the fantastic feasts of Forodrim lost? Follow the continuation henceforth..." Call for a Prince of Feast for the May Banquet.

"Rapport från Forodrims julbazar lucia-92" by Mr Disher King, Mr Candyman and Stornullan, p. 8. "Report from Forodrim's Christmas Bazar Lucia-92".

"Citat från bazaren" by Horatio Hornblower, p. 8. "Quotes from the bazar".

"Rackarns otur!" by [Marie Lindeberg], p. 8. "Darned ill-luck!" The Treasurer wants to have all the missing receipts for 1992 to be able to close the books.

"Om Folkmöten" by [Carina Agebratt], p. 9. "About Folk moots". Suggestions for arrangers of moots.

"Kungörelse" by [Marie Lindeberg], p. 9. "Announcement". The author has engaged a chambermaid.

"Utdrag ur protokollet från det 175:e mötet med Forodrims rådsfurstar den [?] Ringare (26 November 1992, U.T.)" by [Åke Bertenstam and Per Lundberg (extract)], p. 9. "Extracts from the miunutes at the 175th meeting with the Princes of the Grand Council on the...")

"Rapport från midvinterkrocket 1992, U.T." by Glädjeflickorna och Stornullan, p. 10. "Report from Midwinter Croquet 1992, non Middle-earth reckoning".

"Uppgifter till årets kalender" by [Anders Bohman], p. 10. "Information to this year's Calendar". Reminder to those that have failed to inform the Officer for the Calendar.

[Untitled] by [Charlotte Nordström and Anna Frimodig], p. 10. Summons to meetings of Mellonath Gleowine.

"Adressändra alltid till kassören!" by [Marie Lindeberg], p. 10. "Notify always the Treasurer of changes of adresses!"

[Untitled] by [Eva Spångberg], p. 10. Summons to a meeting of the Dance Guild.

"Kalendrar eftersökes!" by [Anders Bohman], p. 10. "Calendars wanted". Archival copies missing for three volumes.

"Tolkien fyllde år, igen" by "Grattig", p. 11. "Tolkien celebrated his birthday, again". Report.

"Auktion" by [Carina Agebratt], p. 11. "Auction" [to be held at the January Folk moot].

"Var med på Tolkien-show" by [Carina Agebratt], p. 11. "Take part in Tolkien show". Call for helpers.

"Konstnär på bildjakt!" by Björn Stensröd, p. 11. "Artist on hunt for pictures". A Norwegian artist searches for pictures as inspiration.

"Mellonath Galabargian ödelägger Midgård!" by [Per Lundberg], p. 12. "Mellonath Galabargian ruins Middle-earth!" Report from a meeting for designing a game.

"Kungörelse" by [Anders Lidén], p. 12. "Announcement". A declaration of war from Mellonath Minas Morgul(r) of Mithlond to Mellonath Morgoth.

"Forodrim" by Helena Biander, p. 12. The author has engaged a squire.

"Palantiren", p. 13. Work will start on a new volume.

"Vem bär på ringens hemlighet?" by Eva Griffith, p. 14. "Who carries the secret of the Ring?" Newspaper clipping from Nacka-Värmdö Posten (3 November 1992) about a Tolkien evening at the library of Saltsjöbaden with participants in costume (with photographs).

"Årsskriften Arda sprider kunskap om Tolkiens värld" by Göran Bengtson, p. 14. "The annual Arda spreads knowledge of Tolkien's world". Review of vol. 5 (1987). Newspaper clipping from Svenska Dagbladet (5 November 1992).

"Otymplig Tolkien", p. 14. "Unwieldy Tolkien". Review of the Swedish edition of The Lord of the Rings with Alan Lee's illustrations. Newspaper clipping from Sydsvenska Dagbladet (14 September 1992).

"En kväll om Tolkien" by Jea Jonsson, p. 14. "An evening on Tolkien". Report from a meeting about Tolkien at the library in Ystad arranged by Angmar, The Tolkien Society of Malmö. With three photographs. Newspaper clipping from Ystads Allehanda (4 November 1992).

"Sagor för vuxna", p. 15. "Tales for grownups". Review of the Swedish Alan Lee edition. Newspaper clipping from Kronobergaren (2 October 1992).

"Tolkiens 'Härskarringen' i praktband: Odödlig saga för alla åldrar" by Zoran Alagic, p. 15. "Tolkien's 'LR' in de luxe edition: Immortal saga for all ages." Review of the Swedish Alan Lee edition. Newspaper clipping from Värmlands Folkblad (10 September 1992).

"Det vuxna sagofolket", p. 15. "The grownup people of tales". An article about Forodrim, with a photograph. Newspaper clipping from DN på Stan (30 October 1992). [DN på Stan is a section of Dagens Nyheter]

"Sagan om Sara! Skånetjejen ringade in de rätta svaren i TV:s Kvitt eller Dubbelt" by Björn Sjöö, p. 15. "The tale about Sara! The girl from Scania [a county in Sweden] that ringed in the correct answers in TV's Double or Quits". Report about a fourteen year old girl that won a contest about Tolkien. Newspaper clipping, with photograph, from Arbetet (25 October 1992).

"Våren med Dansgillet!", p. 16. "The Spring with the Dance Guild!" The dates for the meetings during Spring.

"Morsúl och hans harem eller Hot Action på Dansgillet" by Eva Spångberg, p. 16. "Morsúl and his harem or Hot Action in the Dance Guild". Report of the meetings during the Autumn of 1992.

ART: [Untitled], p. 12. THE EYE

Medlemsbladet 198 ([February] 1993)

"Redaktionen talar" by [Erik Rågvik and Per Lundberg], p. 2. "From the editors". Contains: "Redaktionen talar" ("The editors speak" -- editorial), "Bäste Häxmästare" ("Dear Witch-king" -- reply to Lennart Jörelid's debate article below, "MB - den formlösa artikelsamlingen?"), and seven brief notices ("Noterat").

"Kalendarium", p. 3. "Calendar".

"Kungörelse" by [Åke Bertenstam], p. 4. "Announcement" from the Grand Council concerning what it expects of its Oath-sworn Knighthood.

"Kungörelse" by [Åke Bertenstam], p. 5. "Announcement" from the Grand Council concerning concerning five members that have been knighted.

"Nyårsfesten äger rum Lördagen den 13 mars 1993 (u.t.)" by [Ewiz Ehrsson and Jens Gustafsson], p. 6. "The New Year Feast will occur on Saturday the 13th March 1993 (non Middle-earth reckoning)". Ad.

"Vägbeskrivning till Nyårsfesten", p. 7. "Road description to the New Year Feast".

"Majbankett" by [Marie Lindeberg, Gert Alenhall and Anders Bohman], p. 8. "May Banquet". Ad.

"Annonser", p. 9. "Adverts". Contains: "Vårbankett" ("Spring banquet" in Angmar), "'Vilken Jävla Smäll': Morgoth Gillet öppnar Helvetets Portar" ("'What a Hell of a Bang': the Morgoth Guild opens the Gates of Hell"), by [Hans Brüggener], and "Kungörelse" ("Announcement" -- a list of persons in the service of Atanamir), by [Gert Alenhall].

"Ekonominytt" by [Marie Lindeberg], p. 10. "Financial news". Contains: "Rapport från Forodrims Basar -92" ("Report from Forodrim's Basar -92"), "Tack från Skattmästaren!" ("Thanks from the Treasurer" for the successful auction on the January Folk moot), and "Ve oss, Forodrim finns inte!" ("Woe betide us, Forodrim does not exist!" -- Forodrim is not registered at the local tax authorities).

"Gillesnytt", p. 11. "Guild news". Contains: "Vingille 9 januari hos Furst Arathorn" ("Wine Guild [meeting] the 9th January at Prince Arathorn's" -- report) unsigned, "En gillesmästares avskedstal: Hej och tack för mej" ("The farewell speech of a guild master: Hello and thanks for staying put" -- Åsa Hedlund resigns as guild master for the Inn Guild and thanks her helpers), "Stengillesmöte" (call for "Meeting in the Guild of Precious Stones") by [Carina Agebratt], "Galabargian 3 februari 1993 UT" (minutes) by [Johan Andersson], and "Välkomna till Hirgons Författarmöte" ("Welcome to Hirgon's authors meeting") by [Kjell Borgström].

"Diverse", p. 12. "Sundry". Contains: "Listigt: Festfurstens hatobjekt" ("Cunningly [a pun: the English equivalent for the factual meaning would be 'listeously'] objects of loathing for a Prince of Feast" -- a list of the ten most undesirable things to happen for the person responsable for a banquet) unsigned [probably written by Erik Rågvik], and "Tennfigurer" ("Pewter figurines" -- Middle- earth characters) by [Carina Agebratt].

"Folkmötesrapport-Januari" by [Magnus Ljung and Mattias Svensson], p. 13. "Report of Folk moot--January".

"Du Forodrimit!" by [Marie Lindberg], p. 13. Information concerning membership fees.

"Diverse", p. 15. "Sundry". Contains: "På begäran: Folkmöteshandledning" ("At request: instruction for Folk moots") by [Carina Agebratt], and "Bazaaren" (a round of thanks to all helpers), by [Michael Geller].

"MB - den formlösa artikelsamlingen?" by [Lennart Jörelid], p. 16. "MB - the shapeless collection of articles?". Debate article on the MB's percieved lack of layout. Reply by the editors above, p. 2.

"Mellonath Elbereths Födelsedagsfest" by [Johan Christer Welin], p. 17. "The Birthday Party of Mellonath Elbereth". Report.

"Invigning" by [Helena Biander], p. 17. "Initiation" of six new members.

"Beregond bevakar" by [Anders Stenström], pp. 18-20. "Beregond covers". Column of news and notes concerning press clippings.

"De lever sig in i Tolkiens värld", p. 20. "They enter themselves into Tolkien's world". Interview with a member of the Swedish Tolkien society Forodrim Hini. Newspaper clipping from Kamratposten.

"Kultförfattaren", p. 21. "The cult author". Newspaper clipping from Nya Norrland.

"Han skapade en magisk värld" by Bertil Gewert, p. 21. "He created a magic world". Newspaper clipping from FLT. [FLT is a Swedish equivalent to Reuter et al., not a newspaper].

"Språkprofessorn som blev sagoberättare" by Lena Rydin, p. 21. "The language professor that became a tale-teller". Newspaper clipping from Röster i Radio-TV.

"Nött gräs vid mästarens grav" by Anders Lif, p. 22. "Worn grass at the grave of the master". Newspaper clipping [from Vestmanlands läns tidning]. Report from a visit to Oxford. With photographs of Tolkien's grave, Pinus Nigra in the Oxford botanical garden, and photo of Tolkien (Blackwelder, Tolkien Portraiture, Pl-26)

ART: [Untitled], p. 14. BILL THE PONY, THE FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING

Medlemsbladet 199 ([March] 1993)

"Redaktionellt" by [Erik Rågvik and Per Lundberg], p. 2. "Editorial". Consists of the following items: "Redaktionen talar" ("The editors speak") by [Erik Rågvik and Per Lundberg], "Noterat" ("Noted", three brief news items, unsigned, but presumably by the editors), "Adressändringar" ("Changes of addresses") and "Nygammalt" ("A blend of new and old", information about new and rejoined members).

"Kalendarium", p. 3. "Calendar".

"Officiellt", p. 4. "Official". Consists of the following announcements from the Grand Council: "Festfursteinstruktionen" ("Instruction for the Prince of Feast") by [Carina Agebratt]; "Vill du ge en hjälpande hand för Forodrim?" ("Do you want to give Forodrim a helping hand?", announcement stating that Forodrim will recieve 1000 crowns for helping a member clean up his apartment) by [Carina Agebratt]; "Alla Forodrimiter" ("All Forodrim members" complaints from the Treasurer of members notifying her far too late about errors in addresses) by [Marie Lindeberg], and "Till allergiker & dig som lagar mat" ("To allergy sufferers & to you that cook" -- about food served at banquets) by [Carina Agebratt].

"Majbankett" by [Marie Lindeberg, Gert Alenhall, and Anders Bohman], p. 5. "May banquet". Information the impending banquet.

"Folkmöte", p. 6--7. "Folk Moot". Consists of the following items: "En rapport från februari folkmötet" ("A report from the February Folk Moot") by Övärldens Härskarinna [possibly a pseudonym for Kalessin, Ewiz Ehrsson], p. 6, "Folkmötet i februari: Ond 'Sula' borta för gott?" ("The Folk Moot of February: "Evil 'Sole' disappeared for good?", report), by En folkmötesdeltagarrapportör som var där (A Folk Moot participant reporter who was there), and "Utdrag ur protokollet från det 177:e mötet med Forodrims Rådsfurstar den 14/1 1993, u[tgårda] t[ideräkning]" ("Extracts from the minutes taken at the 177th meeting of the Princes of the Council of the Forodrim the 14/1 1993, non Middle-earth reckoning), protokollförare: (keeper of the minutes) [Åke Bertenstam], sammanställare: (compiler) Per Lundberg.

"Gillesnytt", pp. 8-9. "Guild news". Consists of the following items: "Galabargian, 22 februari" (report from a meeting) by [Erik Rågvik], "Hirgons nästa försök till möte" ("Hirgon's next try for a meeting", announcement) by Kjell Borgström, "Seregons utmärkelser 1992" ("Seregon's honours for 1992", list of honourees) by [Ewiz Ehrsson], "Rohans Gille, Mellonath Eorl" (information concerning the planned activities) by [Lars-Olov Strandberg], "Ändrade folkmöteslokaler" ("Changes in venues for Folk Moots") by [Carina Agebratt], p. 8, "Öppet Utbygdsjägarmöte UT 1993-03-29 kl 18.00 i Forodrims lokal" ("Open [sc. for non-members as well] meeting of the Rangers' Guild UT ... in Forodrim's premises" -- announcement for a meeting) unsigned [presumably by Stefan Litsenius], "Vingillet, framtida möten..." ("The Wine Guild, future meetings...") unsigned [presumably by Kenneth Persson], "Brolötens Tuff" (obituary notice for a pony with poem) unsigned, "Vingillesmöte eller Lam[m]kött hos Celebrimbor" ("Meeting of the Wine Guild, or, Lamb at Celebrimbor's", report) unsigned, p. 9.

"Övrigt", p. 10. "Other". Consists of the following items: "Debatt: 'Bra pris', är det dyrt eller billigt?" ("Debate: 'A good price', is that expensive or cheap?" -- concerning complaints of the fee for the May banquet) by [Ola Johansson], "Manus till Medlemsbladet" ("MSS to Medlemsbladet" -- guidelines for contributions) unsigned [by the editors], "Debatt: Saga och myt bot mot bister verklighet?" ("Debate: Saga and myth remedy against grim reality?") by [Ola Johansson], "Vilken jävla smäll!™©" ("What a hell of a bang!™©" (parodical) rules for the usage of an expression) by [Anders Bohman].

"Kultur" , p. 11. "Culture". Comprises: "Uträtande tack!" ("Straightening out!" -- concerning who is the Guild Master of Gléowine) by [Anna Frimodig], "Finsk Tolkientidning" ("Finnish Tolkien periodical" -- about no. 5 of Legolas and its interview in English with Christopher Tolkien) unsigned [but is supplemented by some brief remarks about an earlier issue from the editors of MB], "Macbeth" (advert about an amateur production with members of Forodrim, Midgårds Fylking, and the Swedish branch of the Society for Creative Anachronism among the actors), and "Forodrims Stora Råd söker: Ansvarig/Festfurste till Karnevalen/Sommarens Portar!" ("The Grand Council of the Forodrim seeks: "Person responsible/Prince of Feast for the Carnival/Gates of Summer!") by [Per Lundberg].

"Fria Ord", p. 12. "Free Words". Comprises: "Konstruktiv kritik & så..." ("Constructive criticism & so..." -- reply to the editors in an ongoing debate concerning the layout of Medlemsbladet), by [Lennart Jörelid], and "Vitlök är såsom opium för folket" ("Garlic is like opium to the people" -- report from a meeting with Mellonath Elbereth), by [Lennart Jörelid].

"Filmkväll" by [Olof Biander], p. 13. "Film evening". Report from a meeting with Mellonath Elbereth.

"Hedersinbyggare" by [Helena Biander], p. 13. "Honorary inhabitant". This honorary title has been bestowed on Sir Meriadoc Brandybuck [Bo K. Eriksson].

"Star Trek Night" by [Anders Lidén], p. 13. Report from a meeting with Mellonath Elbereth.

"Kungörelse" by [Helena Biander], p. 13. "Announcement". A promise to serve mushrooms filled with garlic each Wednesday at Helena Biander's.

"Ännu en kungörelse" by [Helena Biander], p. 13. "Yet another proclamation". Mail concerning Mithlond as a whole is to be sent to the Fief-holder Helena.

"Beregond bevakar" by [Anders Stenström], p. 14. "Beregond Covers". Column.

[Untitled], p. 15. Unsigned newspaper clipping from Aftonbladet concerning a Norwegian Satanist, placed in custody suspected for having burnt eight churches, calling himself Count Grishnákh; the writer wonders what Tolkien has to do with Satanism.

"Gillar även du Tolkien?" by Bilbo Bagger, p. 15. "Do you as well like Tolkien?" Newspaper clipping from Sydsvenska dagbladet consisting of a letter from a Tolkien lover, that after having seen J.R.R.T.: A Portrait of John Ronald Reuel Tolkien, 1892-1973 (the 1992 British documentary by Landseer Productions) wants to get in touch with other Tolkien lovers.

"Efter Tolkien" by Sven-Eric Ahlén, p. 15. "After Tolkien". Newspaper clipping from Östgöta Correspondenten of a brief review of The Lord of the Rings.

"Det kom ett brev..." by [Erik Höglund], p. 15. "There came a letter...", a postcard from Orlando.

ART: [Untitled], p. 13. BOROMIR, GREAT HORN, ORCS

Medlemsbladet 200 ([April] 1993)

"Redaktionellt" by [Erik Rågvik and Per Lundberg], p. 1. "From the editors". Consists of the following items: "Redaktionen talar" ("The editors speak"), "Noterat" ("Noted"), 5 brief news items and "Adressändringar" ("Changes of addresses").

"Kalendarium", p. 3. "Calendar".

"Majbankett", pp. 4-5. "The May Banquet". Ad with information about price, time, place, and travel instructions.

"Debatt", p. 6. "Debate". Letters to the editor with the following two contributions: "Billigt! är vad det är." ("Cheap! that's what it is"), by [Erik Rågvik], and "Det kostar 250 kronor att gå på bio..." ("It costs 250 crowns to go to the cinema...") by [Ola Johansson]. Two further contributions in the debate concerning the price for the May Banquet.

"Officiellt", p. 7. "Official". Consists of the following reports and announcements from the Grand Council: "Ämbetsrapporter efterlyses" ("Reports from [Forodrim's] officers looked for"), by [Eva Jangö], "Protokoll" ("Minutes" -- extracts from the 179th meeting of the Grand Council) by [Åke Bertenstam], "Ändrade folkmöteslokaler" ("Changes in venues for Folk moots") by [Carina Agebratt], "Boka 29 April" ("Book the 29th April" -- a meeting for the Guild Masters) by [Eva Jangö], and "Forodrim fyller år!! Den 17/8 fyller Forodrim år. Det skall firas och Forodrim söker därför festfurste" ("Forodrim's Birthday!! The 17/8 is Forodrim's Birthday. This should be celebrated and the Grand Council hence searches for a Prince for the Feast") by [Per Lundberg]. "Festrapport", p. 8. Consists of a report from Forodrim's New Year Banquet: "Nyårsfest: 'Rolig och prisvärd'" ("The New Year Banquet: ' 'Funny and worth its price'") by [Eva Jangö], and a round of thanks: "Jag vill tacka alla som ställde upp och arbetade före, under och efter nyårsfesten:" ("I want to thank everyone that was willing to work before, during, and after the New Year Banquet:") by [Ewiz Ehrsson].

"Folkmöte", p. 9. "Folk moot". Consists of a report: "Marsfolkmötet: Foton & Överraskningar" by R.A. Portör ("The March Folk moot: Photos & Surprises" by R.E. Porter). There is also an ad for a production of Macbeth with five members of the Forodrim among the cast.

"Gillesnytt", pp. 10-11. "Guild news". Contains the following announcements and reports: "Alvgillet samlas" ("The Elven Guild gathers") by [Anders Blixt], "Paddling" ("Paddling" -- Yôzâyankilin goes canoeing) by [Carina Agebratt], "Dansgille flyttat!" ("Dance Guild has moved! -- announcement of change of venue) by [Eva Spångberg], "Nästa Bokgillesmöte" ("The next meeting of the Book Guild") by [Kjell Borgström], "Hantverksgillet" ("The Crafts Guild") by [Johan Andersson], "Kan du läsa?" ("Are you able to read?" -- announcement of book discussions), by Rådsbibliotekarien & Co [i.e. Florence Vilén and Martin Rundkvist], "Rohans gille, Mellonath Eorl" ("Rohan's Guild, Mellonath Eorl") by [Lars-Olov Strandberg], "Vingille den 17 mars" ("[Meeting of] The Wine Guild on the 17th of March") by [Erik Rågvik and Per Lundberg], "Dirtbusters" by [Erik Rågvik] (a report of who helped to clean up Prince Gilrandir's old flat for a payment of 1000 Swedish Crowns to the Forodrim), and "Karneval" ("Carnival" -- an announcement concerning Forodrim's plans for appearing in the carnival of the Stockholm Water Festival) by [Pia Romson].

[Without heading], p. 13. Consists of an annoucement and reports from Mithlond: "Mithlonds Höstgille III" ("Mithlond's Autumn Feast III") [unsigned, probably by Helena Biander], "Maffig Matkväll" ("Smashing Dinner Evening" -- of a meeting with Mellonath Elbereth) by [Olof Biander], "Vecko-kväll" by Vi som var där ("Evening of the week" by We who were there -- a report of a video evening of Mellonath Minas Morgul).

"Kära Rådsmedlemmar!", p. 13. "Dear members of the Council!" A slightly parodical application for forming a new guild, Mellonath Schizofrenico, by [Lennart Jörelid] and a reply in similar vein on behalf of the Grand Council by [Ola Johansson].

"Posthögen", p. 14. "The mail pile". Consists of an untitled announcement of marriage by [Eva Florén] and an ad for Danmarks Tolkienforening by Lars-Terje Øland Lysemose.

ART: [Unititled] by [Stefan] Kayat, cover. CHAMBER OF MAZARBUL, THE EYE, ORCS, WARG.

Medlemsbladet 201 ([May/June] 1993)

"Redaktionellt", p.2. "From the editors". Consists of the following items: "Redaktionen talar" ("The editors speak") by [Erik Rågvik and Per Lundberg], "Noterat" ("Noted", six brief news items), "Adressändringar" ("Changes of addresses") and "Nygammalt" ("A blend of new and old", information about new and rejoined members).

"Kalendarium", p. 3. "Calendar". Activity calendar.

"Sommarens Portar, 3 Narie", p. 4-5. "The Gates of Summer". Ad for the annual event preceding the May Banquet.

"Majbankett", pp. 6-7. "May Banquet". Ad.

"Bokskogen", pp. 8-9. "The Beech Wood". Ad.

"Tolkienfrågor" by [Erik Rågvik], p. 10. "Tolkien quiz". Gives the quiz at the April Folk Moot with answers.

"Folkmöte", p. 11. "Folk moot". Consists of: "Riddartinget och Metusalem hade folkmöte" ("The Knighthood Thing and Metusalem had a Folk Moot", report) by "Slut" (End) and "Forodrim fyller år!" ("Forodrim celebrates its birthday!", call for a Prince of Feast) by [Per Lundberg on behalf of the Grand Council].

"Böcker" by [Florence Vilén], p. 12. "Books". Consists of: "Mångsidigt bokprat" ("Many-sided book talk"; report).

"Kultur", p. 13. "Culture". Consists of : "Macbeth" (ad), "Utdrag ur protokollet från det 180:e mötet med Forodrims Rådsfurstar (6/4 -93, U.T.) ("Extracts from the minutes taken at the 180th meeting of the Princes of the Council of the Forodrim (6 April 1993, non Middle-earth reckoning))" by [Åke Bertenstam (secretary) and Per Lundberg (extracts)], "Annons från Skattmästaren: Betala nu!" ("Advert from the Treasurer: Pay now!") by [Marie Lindeberg].

"Gillesnytt", pp. 14-15. "Guild news". Consists of: "Protokoll från Gillesmästarmötet den 29/4 1993" ("Minutes from the Meeting of Guild Masters ...") by [Ewiz Ehrsson], and "Dyrtiden kommer till MB och det innebärförändringar" ("High printing costs for MB and that means changes", new guidelines for contributors with explanations) by [Erik Rågvik and Per Lundberg].

"Angmar", p. 16. Consists of: "Furst Arawn på statsbesök i Angmar" ("Prince Arawn on state visit to Angmar", report from Angmar's traditional February Banquet) by [Åke Bertenstam], "Midsommarmat" ("Midsummer dishes", food for those participating in the Midsummer Walk) by [Carina Agebratt], and "Paddling" ("Canoeing" planned event of Yôzâyankilin) by [Carina Agebratt].

"Gillesnytt", pp. 17. "Guild news". Consists of: "Seregon - egen förening" ("Seregon - society of its own", the Guild also forming a separate society) by [Ewiz Ehrsson], "Alvgillets sommar" ("The summer of the Elf Guild", planned activities), by [Anders Blixt], "Ursäkt till Meneldor" ("Apology to Meneldor") by [Ewiz Ehrsson], and "Favorit i repris: Forodrims Stora Råd söker Festfurste" "Favourite in repeat: The Grand Council of Forodrim wants a Prince of Feast").

"Mithlonds Höstgille III", p. 18. Ad.

"Mithlond i sommar", p. 18. "Mithlond this summer". Dates for events.

"Elostirion", p. 18. Ad.

"Länsmöte (igen)", by [Anders Lidén], p. 18. "Fief-moot (again)". Report from the moot on May 1st.

"Ut och åk", p. 19. "Out and go". Consists of "Midsommarvandring" ("Midsummer walking", ad) by [Stefan Litsenius], and "Bokskogsbussen" ("The Beech Wood bus", transportation ad) by Michael Geller.

"Stil, elegans och högtid!", p. 20. "Style, elegance and festival!" Ad for a party arranged by the Troll Guild.

ART: [Untitled], cover. DEVICE OF GONDOR

[Untitled], p. 17. GOLLUM

Medlemsbladet 202 ([July] 1993)

"Redaktionellt" by [Erik Rågvik and Per Lundberg], p.2. "From the editors". Contains: "Redaktionen talar" ("The editors speak" -- editorial), "Nya tag, gamla MB" ("[Make] new tries, old MB" -- new guidelines for contributors) and four brief notices ("Noterat").

"Kalendarium", p. 3. "Calendar".

"Pinsamma listan" by [Marie Lindeberg], p. 4. "The embarrassing list". Alist of members that have failed to pay their dues.

"Städdag i Lokalen" by [Michael Geller & Carina Agebratt], p. 4. "Cleaning day of [Forodrim's] Premises".

"Kalendern..." by [Anders Bohman], p. 4. "The calendar..." soon to be published.

"Forodrim fyller år!", p. 4. "Forodrim celebrates its birthday!" Annoucement of venue.

"Banquetten", p. 5, by Rapporteuren, oberoende observatör. "The banquet", by the Rapporteur, the independent observer. Brief report of the banquet held in May, giving only a number of descriptive keywords.

"Höstens dansgillen" by [Eva Spångberg], p. 5. "Dance Guilds of the Autumn". A list of planned meetings.

"Nordisk Tolkien Festival 94" by [Eva Jangö], p. 5. "Northern Tolkien Festival 94". The Grand Council wants to ask the members if there is any interest for the proposal by Denmark's Tolkien Society to arrange a joint festival for the Northern Tolkien societies in the Summer of 1994.

"Nytt", p. 6. "News". Contains: "Bokprat" ("Book talk" -- report of discussion of 26th May 1993), by Rådsbibliotekarieämbetet [probably written by Martin Rundkvist], and "Värdshuset" ("The Inn [Guild]" -- call for new members), by [Carina Agebratt].

"Gillesnytt", p. 7. "Guild news". Contains: "Mellonath Éorl" by [Lars-Olov Strandberg], "Woodsbattle med Seregon" by Ewiz Ehrsson "Dungeonquest" by [Martin Rundkvist and Ansa Messner], "Vinprovning hos Merry" ("Wine testing at Merry's" -- report from meeting of the Wine Guild) by [Bo K. Eriksson], and "Party time!" (announcement for the November banquet).

"Midsommarvandring", p. 8. "Midsummer Walking". Contains: "En vandringssägen..." ("An urban legend..." report from the Midsummer Walking), by [Erik Rågvik], "Tack för hjälpen!" ("Thanks for the help!" -- a round of thanks to all the helpers during the May banquet), by [Carina Agebratt], and "Mellonath Eorl sitter up" ("Mellonath Éorl mounts [its horses]" -- report from a riding trip), by [Eva Jangö].

"Kungörelse från ärevördiga och höglovliga Rådsheraldikerämbetet" by [Ola Johansson], p. 9. "Announcement from the venerable and most excellent Office of Heraldry of the Council". Presentation and blazon of a new coat of arms for the Hobbit Guild.

"Bazaar", p. 9, by Rådet. Announcement.

"Mithlonds Höstgille III", p. 10. "Mithlond's Autumn Feast III". Announcement.

"Bohus Fästning" by [Anders Lidén], p. 10. A report of the ceremonies of the Mithlondrim that were held at Bohus fortress in Spring.

"Färd till Angmar" by Jacob, p. 11. "Trip to Angmar". A report from Bokskogen 1993.

"Mithlond testar" by [Helena Biander], p. 11. "Mithlond tests". A test of a fire-lightning fluid suitable for use in ceremonies.

"Majbankett: nu är den över" by [Marie Lindberg, Gert Alenhall, Anders Bohman]. "May Banquet: now it is over". A round of thanks to all helpers and participants.

"Karneval! Nu är det dags!" by [Pia Romson], p. 12. "Carnival! Now is the time for it!" Announcement.

"Beregond bevakar" by [Anders Stenström], pp. [14]-[16]. "Beregond covers". Column.

"Äventyrliga strider på populärt sagoläger" by Anders Jacobsson, p. [16]. "Adventurous battles on a popular fairy-tale camp". Newspaper clipping from Bergslagsposten (18 June 1993).

[Untitled] by Elizabeth Bounach, p. [16]. Newspaper clipping from Eskilstuna-Kuriren (1 June 1993).

"Bokslut Forodrim 1992", p. 17. "Forodrim's accounts for 1992".

Medlemsbladet 203 ([September] 1993)

"Redaktionellt" by [Erik Rågvik and Per Lundberg], p. 2. "From the editors". Contains: "Redaktionen talar" ("The editors speak" -- editorial) as well as a list of email-adresses for members and three brief notices ("Noterat").

"Kalendarium", p. 3. "Calendar".

"Kungörelse" by [Åke Bertenstam], p. 4. "Announcement" from the Grand Council concerning two members recently knighted and the ratification of the compact between Forodrim and The Kingdoms of Gondor and Arnor.

"Årets kallaste händelse: Helcaraxë: Novemberbanketten 93" by [Cecilia Strömberg], p. 5. "The coldest event of the year: Helcaraxë: the November Banquet 93". Announcement.

"Spelauktion" by [Olle Sahlin], p. 5. "Auction of games".

"Fotogillet informerar" by [Olle Sahlin], p. 5. "Information from the Photographer's Guild".

"Insändare", p. 6. "Letters of comment". "Insändare" ("Letter of comment" -- concerning the economy of Forodrim) by [Anders Reuterswärd], and "Lite svar på de MB relaterade frågorna" ("Some replies on the question related to MB") by [Erik Rågvik/Per Lundberg].

"Höstgille III", p. 7. "Autumn Feast III". Announcement from Mithlond.

"Gillesnytt", p. 8. "News from guilds". Erroneous attribution as the contents of the page are: "Protokoll från den andra Folkdagen 15 Nárië år XXIII" ("Minutes from the second Folk Day ..." -- the Forodrim equivalent to an annual general meeting) by [Åke Bertenstam], and "Utdrag ur protokoll från det 184:4 [sic -- for 184:e] mötet med Forodrims Rådsfurstar den 5:e Urimë år XXII (20/7 1993 U.T.)" ("Extracts from the minutes at the 184th meeting of the Princes of the Forodrim on the 5th Urimë year XXII ... ") by [Åke Bertenstam and Per Lundberg (extracts)].

"Bankettrapport". "Report from banquet". Contains: "Bröder och systrar" ("Brothers and sisters") by Viella Vettfot.

"Dorath Annun på utflykt", by [Tina Eastman], p. 10. "Dorath Annun on picnic".

"Lokalen" by [Michael Geller/Carina Agebratt], p. 10. "The Premises".

"Födelsedag", p. 11. "Birthday". Contains: "Kära farfar" ("Dear grandad" -- report from celebration of Forodrim's Birthday) by Dizzy, and "Brottstycken från Visby" ("Fragments from Visby" -- concerning the annual event The Medieval Week arranged by the citizens of Visby) by [Erik Rågvik].

"Specifikation till Forodrims Bokslut 1992-12-31", p. 12. "Specification to Forodrim's balance-sheet 1992-12-31".

Medlemsbladet 204 ([October] 1993) [not seen]

"Redaktionen talar" by [Erik Rågvik] and [Per Lundberg], p. 2. "The editors speak". Editorial. The page also contains a notice about the deadline for the next issue ("OBS! Nästa manusstopp är för årets sista MB") and eight brief notices ("Noterat").

"Kalendarium", p. 3. "Calendar".

"Offerfest", p. 4. "Feast of offerings". Report from a feast in the Wine Guild.

[Untitled], p. 4. Notices from the Grand Council: "Information från Forodrims Stora Råd" ("Information from the Grand Council of the Forodrim"), by [Per Lundberg], and "Utdrag ur protokoll från det 186:e mötet med Forodrims Rådsfurstar den 30 Yavannië XXII (14/9 1993 U.T.)" ("Extracts from the minutes at the 186th meeting with the Princes of the Council of the Forodrim..."), by [Åke Bertenstam], extracted by [Per Lundberg].

"Nordens Tolkienfestival", p. 5. Advert.

"Efterlyses!!", p. 5. "Sought for!" Call for help with bazaar.

"En debattartikel angående pengahysterin inom Forodrim" by [Ewiz Ehrsson], pp. 6-7. "A debate article concerning the money hysteria within the Forodrim".

[Untitled], p. 7. Notices: "Lokalfixardagar" ("Fixing days for the Premises"), by [Michael Geller and Carina Agebratt], "Apropå Tumbastugan, Midsommarvandring, sprinklerbadande på golfbanan ..." ("About the Tumba Cottage, Midsummer Walking, sprinkler bathing on the golf court ..."), extracts from Ute Magasinet, no. 5, 1993, by [Ewiz Ehrsson], and "Auktion" ("Auction"), by [Michael Geller and Carina Agebratt].

"Bokprat" by Rådsbibliotekarieämbetet, p. 8. "Book talk". Report.

"Forodrim DELS-anslutet", p. 8. "Forodrim joined to DELS". Forodrim has joined an umbrella organization for Swedish literary societies. Unsigned, probably written by Martin Rundkvist.

"Bokprat" by Rådsbibliotekarieämbetet, p. 9. Report.

[Untitled], p. 9. Gossip box (on Sir Khamûl's [Olle Sahlin] household).

"Grottkravling eller Where's a 10'x10'x10' dungeon when you need one?" by [Erik Rågvik], p. 10. "Grotto crawling, or ..." Report.

"Hästens Historia" by [Eva Jangö], p. 10. "The history of the horse". Summary of Jangö's talk at the Rohan Guild meeting.

[Untitled], p. 10. Notices: "Vingillet" ("The Wine Guild"), and "Spelgillet" ("The Game Guild").

"Gåtorna från folkmötet" [presented by Anders Stenström], p. 11. "The riddles from the Folk Moot". Six riddles, the two first ones by Tolkien in Old English (solutions: egg and candle) with translations by Tom Shippey.

"Beregond Bevakar" by [Anders Stenström], pp. 12-13. "Beregond covers". Contains, inter alia, a report from Oxonmoot 1993.

"Helcaraxë säger", p. 14. "Helcaraxë says". Banquet ad.

Medlemsbladet 205 ([November] 1993) [not seen]

"Redaktionen talar" by [Erik Rågvik] and [Per Lundberg], p. 2. "The editors speak". Editorial. The page also contains two unsigned notices ("Noterat") and an untitled list of new and rejoined members with addresses and changes of addresses etc.

"Kalendarium", p. 3. "Calendar".

[Untitled], p. 4. Notices and announcements: "Gillesmästarmöte" ("[Summon for a] Meeting of the Guild Masters"), by [Eva Jangö], [Untitled] (correction of telephone number), by [Eva Jangö], "Vingillet" ("The Wine Guild" -- summon for meetings), by [unsigned], "Gratis mat!" ("Free food!" -- summon for a handmaid), by [Bo K. Eriksson], "Fordringar & Skulder" ("Claims & Debts"), by [Marie Lindeberg], "Nyckeldepositioner" ("Key deposits"), by [Marie Lindeberg], "Lystring!" ("Attention!" -- note about the possible revival of Silmarillicor), by Mia Sjödin, "Tolkiens födelsedag" ("Tolkien's Birthday" -- report about one of Forodrim's traditional feasts), by [Carina Agebratt], "Mat-allergi?" ("Food allergy?" -- information needed for planning of banquets), by [Carina Agebratt], "Lokalen-nytt" ("News about [Forodrim's] premises"), by [Micahel Geller & Carina Agebratt].

"Bazaar 93 behöver dig", p. 5. "Bazaar 93 needs you". Call for help with bazaar.

[Untitled], p.5. List of email addresses (belongs with "Palantirservice", p. 11).

[Untitled], pp. 6-10. Debate letters: "Insändare till MB" ("Letter of comment to MB" -- on the economy of the Forodrim), by [Anders Reuterswärd], "Kort svar" ("Brief reply"), by Redaktionen (The Editors), "Kort om Forodrims ekonomi" ("In brief about the economy of the Forodrim"), by [Erik Rågvik], "Varför är vi i Hemmesta?" ("Why are we in Hemmesta?" -- about the venue for the upcoming banquet), by [Cecilia Strömberg & Erik Rågvik], "Angående EDF Kalessins artikel" ("Concerning the article by the O[ath-sworn ]D[ame of ]F[orodrim] Kalessin" -- reply to the letter in MB 204 by Ewiz Ehrsson), by [Olof Biander], "Rådet svarar om ekonomin" ("The Council replies about the economy" -- reply to the letters by Anders Reuterswärd in MB 203 and Ewiz Ehrsson in MB 204), by Forodrims Stora Råd, "Hobbittankar" ("Thoughts of a Hobbit" -- a contribution to the economy debate), by [Bo K. Eriksson], "Kommentar till Dam Kalessins insändare" ("Comments to the letter by Dame Kalessin"), by [Carina Agebratt], and "Skattmästaren svarar på Kalessins artikel" ("The Treasurer replies to Kalessin's article").

"Kom och njut", p. 7. "Come and enjoy". Bazaar ad.

"Vad händer i Mithlond?", p. 11, by [Olof Biander]. "What happens in Mithlond?" Report.

"Palantirservice", p. 11, by [Lennart Jörelid]. On email in the Forodrim.

"Folkmötesrapport", p. 12, by Jultomtens spökskrivare (The ghost-writer of Father Christmas). "Report from a Folk moot".

"Bokprat" by Rådsbibliotekarieämbetet, p. 13. "Book talk". Report.

"Höstgille i Mithlond" by [Ola Johansson], pp. 14-15. "Autumn feast in Mithlond". Report.

"Gléowine", p. 15. Notice about singing rehearsals for the Bazaar.

"Other Hands: en tidskrift för Tolkienintresserade i allmänhet och MERPare i synnerhet", p. 15, by [Erik Rågvik]. "Other Hands: a periodical for people interested in Tolkien in general and for MERPers in particular". A review of Other Hands 3.

"Nordens Tolkien-festival '94", p. [16]. Advert.

Sub-organizations: ("Fiefs")

Dorath Annûn (Tina Eastman, 2580 Tara Heights Circle, Augusta, GA 30906, USA)

Mithlond, Göteborg Tolkiensällskap (Helena Biander, Fyrklöversgatan 110, 2 tr., S-417 21 Göteborg, Sweden (phone: +46-31-65 48 85)).

Publication: Elostirion [Swedish, quarterly]. Subscription cost is 40 SEK.

Elostiron 11 ([March 1993])

"Redaktionellt", p. 2. "From the editorial board". Instructions for contributors.

"Ledare" by [Anders Lidén], p. 2. "Editorial". The new editor presents the contents of the issue.

"Mithlonds Chalendarium" by [Anders Lidén], p. 3. "The Calendar of Mithlond". Activity calendar.

"Sca" by [Helena Biander], p. 3. Meetings in a Swedish section of the Society for Creative Ananchronism.

"Grå Rådsmöten" by [Helena Biander], p. 3. "Meetings of the Grey Council". Schedule for future meetings.

"Das Agitatorschpalt!" by [Immanuel Johansson], p. 4. Column about the supposed mistreatment of the "evil" members by the "good" ones.

"Star Trek Night" by [Anders Lidén], p. 5. Report from a video meeting.

"LRP" by [Magnus Lundgren], p. 5. Plans for the Live Role Playing at the next Autumn Feast are given.

"Wackonight 3: Star Wars" by [Immanuel Johansson], p. 6. Report from a meeting of Mellonath Minas Morgul®.

"Raserianfall" by [Anders Lidén], p. 6. "Fit of rage". Letter of comment, criticizing the Witch-king (Lennart Jörelid) for not being "evil" enough.

"Wacko Night (IGEN)" by [Anders Lidén], pp. 6-7. "Wacko Night (AGAIN)". About a planned meeting.

"Svar till signaturen Ha tråkigt i ett hörn" by [Anders Chrigström and Olof Biander], p. 7. "Reply to the signature Being bored in a corner". Reply to a letter in Elostirion 10.

"Flockmöte" by [Helena and Olof Biander], p. 8. "Flock moot". Report from the folk moot in February.

"Skvallerspalt", p. 8. "Gossip column". Gossip from Stockholm.

"Kungörelse" by [Helena Biander], p. 8. "Announcement".

"Fränder av Forodrim! Midgårds Fylking kallar er" by [Johan Anglemark], p. 9. "Kinsfolk of the Forodrim! Midgårds Fylking summons you". Announcement of the 1993 Gondor Feast.

"Till allmogen i Mithlond" by [Håkan Malmberg], p. 9. "To the Commoners of Mithlond". An announcement from an assembly of the Commoners of Fornost Erain (Stockholm).

"Kungörelse" by [Johan Crister Welin], p. 9. "Announcement". Concerning JCW ceding as Fief-holder and changes in his household.

"Detta är faktiskt ett Café" by [Anders Lidén], p. 10. "This is actually a Café". About a reunion of Mithlindrim at a café.

"MMM® går på bio!" by [Immanuel Johansson], p. 10. "MMM® goes to the cinema!" Report from a film meeting.

"Mithlonds stämma den 22 Nénime" by [Anna Ståhl], p. 11. "Mithlond's annual general meeting ..." Minutes.

"Adresser till folk, alver och hober i Mithlond", p. 12. "Addresses to men, elves and hobbits in Mithlond".

Elostiron 12 [numbered 11] ([May 1993])

"Redaktionellt", p. 2. "From the editorial board". Instructions for contributors.

"Ledare" by [Anders Lidén], p. 2. "Editorial".

"Snälla...??? Artiklar?" by [Anders Lidén], p. 2. "Please...??? Articles?" Plea for more articles.

"Dinosaurier - inga veka drakar" by [Johan Crister Welin], p. 2. "Dinosaurs - no weak dragons". Report from an exhibition.

"Mithlonds Chalendarium" by [Anders Lidén], p. 3. "Mithlond's Calendar".

"Accosierat [sic - for Associerat] Folk" by [Anders Lidén], p. 3. "Associated people". A list of telephone numbers to potential new members.

"Arkivarierapport" by [Immanuel Johansson], p. 3. "Report from the Archivist".

"Släng dig i brunnen... ...eller ännu hellre i Sisjön" by [Immanuel Johansson], p. 3. "Throw yourself into the well... ...or better still into lake Si". About bathing trips arranged by MMM®. "Släng dig i brunnen" is the title of a Swedish TV programme featuring stand-up comedians.

"Aktivitetsgrupp(?)" by [Lennart Jörelid], p. 4. "Activity group(?)" A proposal of organizing a group for those interested in various physical activities.

"Disneykväll" by [Immanuel Johansson], p. 4. "Disney evening". Report from a video evening.

"Handelsspexet" by [Marie Lundberg], p. 4. "The student's farce at the [School of] Economics". Thanks to members who helped in serving refreshments at this event.

"Burzûm-Uk!" by [Lennart Jörelid], p. 4. Planning for future activities within and from MMM®.

"Efterlysning: Ondingar, var finns ni?" by [Immanuel Johansson], p. 5. "Wanted: Baddies, where are you?"

"Wackonight: MMM(r) har haft skoj" by [Anders Lidén], p. 5. "Wackonight: MMM® have had a lark". Report from a video evening.

"Inbjudan: Konst- och hantverksgillet i ny regi" by [Marie Lundberg], p.5. "Invitation: The Arts and Crafts Guild under new management".

"Das Agitatorschpalt 5" by [Immanuel Johansson], p. 6-7. Column.

"Påminnelse" by [Anders Lidén], p. 7. "Reminder" [about the planned LRP at the coming Autumn Feast].

"Adresser till folk, alver och hober i Mithlond", p. 12. "Addresses to men, elves and hobbits in Mithlond". Membership list with pseudonyms.

ART: [Untitled], p. II. THE EYE

[Untitled] by [Magnus Lundgren?], p. 3. BOROMIR, DEVICE OF THE EYE, GREAT HORN, ORCS

[Untitled] by [Magnus Lundgren?], p. 4. BRIDGE OF KHAZAD-DÛM, GANDALF

[Untitled], p. 5. THE EYE

Elostiron 13 ([June 1993])

"Redaktionellt", p. 2. "From the editorial board". Instructions for contributors.

"Ledare" by [Anders Lidén], p. 2. "Editorial".

"Associerat Folk" by [Anders Lidén], p. 2. "Associated people". A list of telephone numbers to potential new members.

"Mithlonds återkommande Chalendarium" by [Anders Lidén], p. 3. "Mithlond's recurring Calendar".

"Kungörelse" by [Helena Biander], p. 3. "Announcement". A new member of Dame Raniel's household.

"Angående Artiklar" by [Anders Lidén], p. 3. "Concerning Articles". Anders' thanks the contributors after his plea in the last issue for more material.

"Sammanfattning Grå rådets möte 19/6" by [Helena Biander], p. 4. "Summary of the meeting of the Grey Council 19/6".

"Fråga: Hur skall man göra för att undvika att få blåsor under fötterna samtidigt som man har otroligt kul? Svar: Kom inte till de badminton- och <annan sport, såsom t.ex. pingis>-aftnar som anordnas av the revised Cor Menelmacar" by [Lennart Jörelid], p. 4. "Question: How to avoid getting blisters under your feet at the same time as having unbelievable fun? Reply: Don't come to the badminton and <other sports as, for instance, table tennis> evenings that are arranged by the revised Cor Menelmacar". Report.

"Mjukishörnan" by [Magnus Lundgren], p. 4-5. "The soft one's [in derogatory sense] corner". Letter of comment to "Das Agitatorschpalt" in Elostirion 12.

"Potrzeibesystemet har kommit för att stanna!" by [Immanuel Johansson], p. 5-6. "The Potrzeibe system has come to stay!" Proposal for a new measurement system to be used in Mithlond.

"Eder Hovfotograf har slagit till" by [Anders Lidén], p. 7. "Your Court Photographer has struck". A warning to people for revealing pictures in the future being printed in Elostirion.

"93 års Bohus fästning" by [Jenny Larsson], p. 8-9. "The 1993 Bohus fortress". Report from the initiation of new members.

"Dramat på Lisebergs Nöjespark" by [Robert Östberg], p. 9. "The drama at Liseberg Amusement Park". Report.

"Årsmöte hos MMM(r)" by [Lennart Jörelid], p. 10. "Annual General Meeting of MMM(r)". Report.

"Grillhelg" by [Lennart Jörelid], p. 10-11. "Barbeque weekend". Report.

"Hjälp!!" by [Anders Lidén], p. 11. "Help!!" Call for illustrations.

"Grå rådet förtydligar" by [Helena Biander], p. 12. "The Grey Council elucidates". Concerning a false issue of Elostirion produced by its ordinary editor but only with contributions from a select number of members and containing criticism against the Grey Council.

Elostiron 14 ([September 1993])

"Redaktionellt", p. 2. "From the editorial board". Instructions for contributors.

"Ledare" by [Anders Lidén], p. 2. "Editorial".

"Mithlonds Chalendarium" by [Anders Lidén], p. 3. "Mithlond's Calendar".

"Konst- & hantverksgillet" by [Marie Lundberg], p. 3. "The Arts and Crafts Guild". Call for meeting.

"Kul och spexigt" by [Marie Lundberg], p. 3. "Fun and farcical". Concerning a student's farce.

"Bokskogen Del 1 - Torsdag" by [Immanuel Johansson], p. 4-5. "The Beech Wood Part 1 - Thursday". Report from the annual event in Angmar.

"Rapport från Fredagen i Bokskogen" by [Marie Lundberg], p. 5. "Report from the Friday in the Beech Wood".

"Bokskogen" by Jacob [Hallén], p. 6. Report from Mithlond's embassy in the Beech Wood 1993.

"Visby - Medeltidsveckan" by [Magnus Lundgren], p. 8. "Visby - the Medieval Week". Report.

"Das Agitatorschpalt" by [Immanuel Johansson], p. 9. Column.

"Cor Menelmacar is back!" by [Lennart Jörelid], p. 11. Report.

"Adresser till folk, alver och hober i Mithlond", p. 12. "Addresses to men, elves and hobbits in Mithlond". Membership list with pseudonyms.

Elostiron 15 ([November 1993])

"Redaktionellt", p. 2. "From the editorial board". Instructions for contributors.

"Ledare" by [Anders Lidén], p. 2. "Editorial".

"Calendern" by [Anders Lidén], p. 3. "The Calendar".

[Untitled] by [Lennart Jörelid & Immanuel Johansson], p. 3. Concerning film evenings planned by MMM(r).

"Mae Govannen!" by [Henrik Björkman], p. 4-5. Travel letter from Melbourne, Victoria.

"Konst och Hantverksgillet informerar:" by [Marie Lundberg], p. 5. "The Arts and Crafts Guild informs:" .

"Konst och Hantverksgillet uppmanar:" by [Marie Lundberg], p. 5. "The Arts and Crafts Guild encourages:".

"Protokollsammandrag från Grå Rådets möte 930908 u.t." by [Johan Crister Welin], p. 6. "Summary of the minutes at the meeting of the Grey Council 930908".

"Fritid är pengar!" by [Johan Crister Welin], p. 6. "Spare time is money!" Mithlond has recieved money in support for its activities from Fritid Göteborg, a local council body for support of non-profit organizations, especially sports club with youth activities.

"Höstdille?" by [Robert Östberg], p. 7-8. "Autumn mania?". Report from Höstgille (Autumn Feast) III.

"Länsherrens spalt" by [Helena Biander], p. 8. "The Fiefholder's column".

"Höstgille III - en kort kommentar" by En anspråkslös höstgillesdeltagare, p. 9. "Autumn Feast III - a brief comment" by A modest participant in the Autumn Feast. Report.

[Untitled] by [Lennart Jörelid?], p. 10. Invitation to a banquet held in Lennart's flat.

"Höstgille III..." by [Lennart Jörelid], p. 11-12. Report.

Sub-organizations: ("Province Guilds")

Cor Liltalië (Helena Biander, Inågogatan 31B, 1 tr, 417 10 Göteborg, Sweden).

Cor Menelmacar (the guild is nowadays dormant).

Konst-och Hantverksgillet, the Arts and Handicraft Guild (vacant).

Mellonath Elbereth (Magnus Lundgren, Hökegårdsgatan 4 A, S-431 38 MÖLNDAL, Sweden).

Mellonath Merethrond, Ceremony and Theatre Guild (Johan Christer Welin, Vattentomsgatan 36, 424 37 Angered, Sweden).

Mellonath Minas Morgul, the Naughty Guild (Immanuel Johansson, Värslevägen 47, 436 43 Askim, Sweden).

Mellonath Naer Nen, the Beer Guild (Anders Lidén, c/o Hastéus, Eklandagatan 5, 5 tr., S-412 35 GÖTEBORG, Sweden).

Tol Nimfalas (Andy Armstrong, 423 Bideford Green Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire LU7 7TY, England (or) Mike Towers, Yew Tree Cottage, Bredenbury, Broomyard, Herefordshire HR7 4TJ, England).

Sub-organizations: ("Guilds")

Cor Oiotarion, the Photographers's Guild (Lars-Olov Strandberg, Ramsundsvägen 4, 161 54 Bromma, Sweden).

Activities: Takes photographs of all Forodrim activities and then shows them to people.

Cor Parmandilion, the Book Guild (Kjell Borgström, Götaforsvägen 12 NB, 124 30 Bandhagen, Sweden).

Cor Parneparmacor, The History Guild (the guild is nowadays dormant).

Mellonath Athelas (the guild is nowadays dormant).

Mellonath Bralda, the Beer Guild (Maximilian C. Schwinghammer, c/o Löwenhielm-Hendrikse, Karlbergsvägen 63, 113 35 Stockholm, Sweden).

Mellonath Daeron (the guild is nowadays dormant).

Mellonath Dorwinion, the Wine Guild (Stefan Litsenius, Ormingeringen 48A, 1 tr., S-132 33 SALTSJÖ-BOO, Sweden).

Activities: Makes and drinks wine.

Mellonath Dúnedain, the Rangers' Guild (Kaj Hahne, Högalidsgatan 50 ÖG NB, 117 30 Stockholm, Sweden).

Mellonath Eledhrim, the Elven Guild (Anders Blixt, Hägervägen 16,S-122 39 ENSKEDE, Sweden).

Mellonath Éorl, the Rohan Guild (the guild is nowadays dormant).

Mellonath Fëanor, the Crafts Guild (Johan Andersson, Kvamvägen 26, 7tr, 175 41 Järfälla, Sweden).

Mellonath Galabargian, the Game Guild (Johan Andersson, Kvamvägen 26, 7tr, 175 41 Järfälla, Sweden).

Mellonath Gléowine, the Music Guild (Ola Johansson, Stockholmsvägen 57, 2tr, 122 32 Enskede, Sweden).

Activities: Acting; writes, produces and performs plays for the banquets.

Mellonath Hirgon, the Publishing Guild (Bengt Wåhlén, Mantalsvägen 35, S-175 43 JÄRFÄLLA, Sweden).

Publication: Palantírien [Swedish, irregular, none were published in 1993].

Mellonath Hithlain, the Sewing Guild (Anna Frimodig, Sagovägen 9, 175 70 Järfälla, Sweden).

Mellonath Istarion, the Wizards' Guild (vacant).

Mellonath Ithil (the guild is nowadays dormant).

Mellonath Mearas, the Horse Guild (the guild is nowadays dormant).

Mellonath Metusalem, the Oldsters' Guild (Jörgen Peterzén, Bäckbornas väg 13, 3 tr., 161 63 Bromma, Sweden).

Mellonath Morgoth, the Naughty Guild (Hans Brüggener, Kapellvägen4, S-131 36 NACKA, Sweden).

Mellonath Narvi, the Drawing Guild (Ylva Spångberg, Disponentgatan 3, 1tr, 112 62 Stockholm, Sweden).

Mellonath Periannath, the Hobbit Guild (Ola Johansson, Stockholmsvägen 57, 2tr, 122 32 Enskede, Sweden).

Mellonath Rumil, the Correspondence Guild (the guild is nowadays dormant).

Mellonath Seregon, the Fighting Guild (Ewiz Ehrsson, Becksjudarvägen 41, 1tr, 131 36 Nacka, Sweden).

Activities: Live-role playing and fighting with padded weapons. This is also a separate society of its own as well as Guild. About 50% of its 100 members or more are also members of the Forodrim.

Mellonath Terpsicore, the Dance Guild (Eva Spångberg, Ålgatan 11, NB, S-133 44 SALTSJÖBADEN, Sweden).

Activities: Medieval dancing.

Mellonath Torog, the Troll Guild (Håkan Liljegren, Axel Johnssons väg 8, bv, S-182 31 DANDERYD, Sweden).

Mellonath Údin, the Discussion Guild (the guild is nowadays dormant).

Mellonath Vaire, the Weaving Guild (the guild is nowadays dormant).

Mellonath Yôzâyankilin, the Númenorean Guild (Carina Agebratt, Västra Allén 16, nb, 181 62 Lidingö, Sweden).

Palarranar, the Geography Guild (the guild is nowadays dormant).

Silmarillicor, the Guild of [Precious] Stones (Marie Sjödin, Höglidsvägen 10 A, S-135 50 TYRESÖ, Sweden)

Värdhusvärdarnas, the Food Guild (Jens Gustagsson, Vibblabyvägen 40, 175 41 Järfälla, Sweden).