J.R.R. Tolkien is known the world over for establishing the traditional elements of the fantasy genre in literature and, by extension, other mediums including film and video games. His novels were famously adapted in Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings trilogy, bringing the fantasy genre into mainstream cinema.Stars of the film trilogies, including Sir Ian McKellen, John Rhys-Davies and The Hobbit's Martin Freeman, discussed the history and significance of Tolkien in a video to try and raise funds to save Tolkien's house. The campaign, Project Northmoor, was started by author Julia Golding and aims to raise approximately $6 million to buy Tolkien's house, which is currently up for sale, and turn it into a literary center.
In addition to purchasing the house, Golding has explained that the money will also be used to renovate the Oxford property, turning it into a writer's retreat and center for creative lessons.
The campaign offers a gift to donors who contribute $25 or more-- the inclusion of their name in a Book of Funders, which will sit in Tolkien's study. This is on top of other small gifts and offers. In the event that the campaign does not reach its goal, donations will be refunded upon request.
Source: Twitter