A newly surfaced letter from JRR Tolkien reveals his frustration with a typist's careless errors on his manuscript, reducing it to nonsensical phrases. Despite sympathizing with the typist's unfamiliarity with his work, Tolkien highlighted her mistakes such as confusing 'poche' with 'poetic.' This letter is part of a collection of unpublished correspondence that displays Tolkien's disdain for sloppiness and passion for language. This archive, being sold by Jonkers Rare Books, is heralded as the most significant Tolkien material available in over a generation, offering insights into the creative genius behind classics like The Lord of the Rings.
JRR Tolkien expressed frustration in a letter over a typist's mistakes that muddled his manuscript, highlighting his deep concern for linguistic precision.
The collection of unpublished works being sold is considered one of the most significant archives of Tolkien's material, showcasing his creative process and literary significance.
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