Great Escapism: J.R.R. Tolkien's preindustrial fantasy feeds postindustrial entertainment. Chris Mooney. Reason; Dec. 2002.  (English)

After the king returns, will a hobbit follow? Jesse McKinley. The New York Times; Feb 15, 2004. (English; Citation.)

Beyond The Hobbit:  J.R.R. Tolkien's other works for children. Janet Brennan Croft. World Literature Today; Jan-April 2004. (English)