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Write English with Tengwar: A Workbook for English General Use

by Fiona Albini Jallings

A practical workbook for writing English in Tengwar

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A practical workbook for writing English in Tengwar

Fiona Albini Jallings’s workbook approaches Tengwar as a way to write English, not as a language to learn. Its instruction covers symbol formation and reading back what you have written, with additional guidance on document formatting and a number system. The subject connects Tolkien’s invented writing system with hands-on calligraphy practice: the description notes his use of Tengwar for English text, greetings, and messages. At 60 pages, the book is organized around learning to use the script rather than simply matching symbols to sounds or letters.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Adults interested in Tolkien’s Tengwar and its use for writing English
  • Calligraphy learners seeking guided practice with a writing system
  • Fans who want to create inscriptions, notes, or formatted documents in Tengwar

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TengwarEnglish writing systemsCalligraphy practiceTolkien’s scripts

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Book overview

Want to write like an elf, but not learn a language? Then this book is for you!

Welcome to General Use Tengwar, a mode Tolkien developed for using his Elven letters to write English. He used it to write the text on the title page of The Lord of the Rings, Christmas greetings to friends, and even secret messages to his fans.

After J. R. R. Tolkien's passing, many pieces of his essays and notes on his languages and writing systems were published, as well as some of his gorgeous tengwar manuscripts. Today there is more information to draw on than there ever was before. This workbook contains the latest research and discoveries made about tengwar, including a number system unknown until recently!

This isn't just a book telling you what each symbol stands for; it teaches you to form them correctly and to be able to read what you've written. Furthermore, you'll be learning tengwar not as though it is a code, but like a real-world writing system. The text even describes how to format documents.

Whether you're putting a powerful Elvish inscription on your magnificent sword or writing secret notes in class, this book will show you the way!

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