Tolkien's EPIC Letters from Father Christmas! | A Very Tolkien Christmas Special

Did you know, JRR Tolkien was an unbelievably wonderful father? Get ready for the most feel-good story of them all!

Thanks to Brian from BADsit VFX for the updated intro!

0:00 - Letters from Father Christmas
4:05 - The North Polar Bear
6:39 - The Tolkien Family
8:30 - 'Christmas Shenanigans'
11:53 - World Building the North Pole
14:12 - Bridge to Middle-earth
17:41 - Things get EPIC!
25:54 - The First Goblin War
32:45 - The Genius of Tolkien
38:26 - A World at War
40:49 - The Last Great Battle!
50:43 - A Bittersweet Farewell

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[TheCounterCulture]

This is why you're the best Tolkien YouTuber. Wish you could do it full time.

[danguinius]

I never thought I'd tear up over a christmas story, but Tolkien has done it again. There will never again be an author quite like him 🥲
Merry Christmas, and Happy new year, everyone!

[carolinafine]

CS Lewis, “…. But some day you will be old enough to start reading fairy tales again.” We may grow out of fairytales; but we do grow further still and find our way back home.

[LadiesandGentlemenHRH]

Brilliant. How can one even begin to understand the genius of JRR Tolkien? I received this book for Christmas this year and was immediately amazed by the craftsmanship of the handwriting, the pictures, not to mention the story crafting!
Thank you for this video and the beautiful storytelling and editing that really brought the magic of JRR Tolkien across so well. ❤

[AlexisLopez-pbms]

J.R.R Tolkien truly is a treasure to Great Britain and the world alike. Literature wouldn’t be the same without his presence.

[MJOldham]

Dear Rainbow Dave,

Thank you so much for the hours upon hours of entertainment and incredible insight into the works of Tolkien. I’ve read much of it, but watching your videos has given me a much greater understanding of the Legendarium. If only Amazon had tagged you to bring his material to the screen 😰 Anyhow, I am looking forward to reading your work when it is published 😊 If it’s half as good as the storytelling in your series, it will be epic! Also, I see that you were just in NYC. I commute into Manhattan on a daily basis. If you ever find yourself there again, with some free time on your hands, I’d be happy to treat you to lunch. Happy holidays!

Wishing you all the best,
Michael Oldham

[TheVantican]

My goodness, I cried twice during this video... All the love and blessings upon you, and if you don't want them all, pass on a few.

[ZephyrOptional]

Lovely!! Tolkien is my model of a good man and father. I created a similar, much simpler mythology of letters from the tooth faerie for my girls. Now that they are older and “know”, the tooth faerie is now affectionately called the “Nerd” faerie and the legend continues. Merry Christmas Rainbow Dave!

[derekp]

It’s criminal you don’t have many more subscribers. You are the GOAT Tolkien YouTuber!

[tranquility]

My mum used to read Letters from Father Christmas to my brother and I when we were little at bedtime, we loved it. I’ve never really thought about it before but this would have been the first time I heard any Tolkien, maybe it’s what started my love for his work!?

[mrs.manrique]

My mom wrote books both for classwork (Early Education) and for me and my little sister. They are some of my favorite works, yet only one has been published. I hope to publish the rest of her works at some point. She does not have an epic backstory like Tolkien, but these stories told, sometimes with us featuring in the stories, are so precious to us. 💕💕

[TheHoneyBadger-yhvj]

God bless you and your work sir. Merry Christmas from Croatia-Europe 💜💜💜

[haleyschreiter]

I just finished reading these Letters for the first time a few days ago, and every page warmed my heart 🥰 What a tremendous act of love for Tolkien to give his children this annual treat! Wishing a very Merry Christmas to you and yours, Rainbow Dave! 🎄

[MellowMutts]

As odd as this sounds as a child I was absolutely obsessed with Santa Claus/Father Christmas. Obsessed might be an understatement. My mom sewed me a coat and hat like Santa’s and she even made a beard of sheep’s wool. One year I was surprised with a wooden sleigh and wicker reindeer. I would pretend for hours to be Santa. I don’t know why but I wanted to be Santa and as a full grown man Id say that that is pretty strange and most would agree with me. When I learned of these works by Tolkien I was captivated. It is two of my favorite things combined, Tolkien and Christmas. Great video Rainbow Dave I hope you have a Merry Christmas and I really appreciate your videos throughout this year.

[emsey]

OMG That was AWESOME!!! How special, and wonderful, i had no idea. Thanks so much Rainbow Dave, that really was a Christmas treat!!! Hugs and love for the holiday season

[matthewdavis]

Had this book growing up. Was so much fun ! Loved the giant polar bear.

[lyndazema]

The Merriest of Christmases to you!❤
We can't wait til you come back with the story of Tuor!
Will you be giving us details about your novel/book when it gets published? You'll probably find You'll have thousands of readers just from those of us that follow you here!
Much love🎅

[melaniekay]

What a wonderful thing to listen to as I wrap Christmas presents ❤🎉 happy Christmas everyone!! Thank you for sharing your talent and love of Tolkien with us, Dave!!

[mistman]

Thank you Dave for all your wonderful Lore videos. Regarding Tolkien... Omg did that man ever sleep? Even his Christmas letters to his children became it's very own World. Happy Christmas Dave.

[BrianStorm]

You're one of a kind, Rainbow Dave!