J. R. R. T
Master of myth and ancient folklore; dream
Maker; inspired begetter of fresh hopes;
How much we owe you who, in your vast works,
Breathed onto fossil thought and made it live!.
One aspect of true creativity
Is the inventive gift that can create
Something from nothing – it’s a poet’s art! –
Or make a living thing from decayed dross.
Creator of unique abilities,
You have achieved that which so many sought
Incessantly in their activities
Or most fantastic dreams; immortal fame!.
Forever, now, the name of Tolkien will be
A symbol of timeless originality.
