Ahh, welcome, welcome! I see that thou hast an interest in the Nazgûl.
A most worthy subject to study, if I do say so myself.
Although the Librarian's face is hidden by the shadowy depths of his cloak, you can sense that he is smiling,
and the deep voice, thick with a Morgulian accent, is amused.
In this wing of the Library of Minas Morgul, thou wilt find tales and paeans of praise written by devotees of the Nazgûl,
as
well as accounts of their legacy of horror written by more Western-thinking scribes.
Thou wilt also find quotes pertaining
to the Nine Lords, as well as scholarly commentary written by learned folk of the Sixth Age.
SEPTEMBER 3, 2021 - New quotes from The Nature of Middle-earth, the newest book about
Tolkien's legendarium, have been added to the Nazgul Description section on the Quotes and Information page. Additional quotes from
Unfinished Tales have been added to the Strengths and Weaknesses section. A new section,
Descriptions of Minas Morgul, has also been added, featuring a Tolkien-approved drawing by
Pauline Baynes.
A lengthy list of fan fiction and poetry featuring the Nazgûl in prominent roles.
Be sure to check out the Reading Room; there is something here for everyone and every taste.
A large compilation of quotes gleaned from The Lord of the Rings, The Silmarillion, Unfinished
Tales, Tolkien Letters, and The History of Middle-earth.
Almost everything you ever wanted to know
about the Nazgûl - their development, their history, their powers and their weaknesses.
Life After Rings by Angmar, Commentary by Aganuzîr Unknown to many, the Nazgûl were not destroyed when the One Ring perished in the Cracks of Doom.
They died instead when the fiery rain of the volcano engulfed them.
Wikipedia has an article on the Nazgûl, as well as one on the Witch-king.
Know of an article which should be listed here? Email Elfhild.
Discussion Threads
Here is a list of discussions found on various Tolkien forums about a variety of fascinating topics concerning the illustrious Nine.
Links are organized by site; new additions will be posted at the top of each category.
You may have to create an account to access some
of the threads, but membership to all of the linked discussion groups is free.
Know of a good discussion which should be added to the Library? Email Elfhild.
The shadows seem to coalesce into an inky column
of darkness, and, suddenly afraid, you take a step backwards.
Then the Librarian appears before you, the hem of his ebony robe
gliding soundlessly across the marble floor.
Clasping his gloved
fingers before him, he begins to speak...
When thou hast finished exploring the Chamber of Nazgûl Lore, do not let the sorrow of disappointment
trouble thy heart.
The entire Library awaits thee, the ancient
tomes contained within its tall and lofty shelves beckoning...
Come, Friend, and quench thy thirst for knowledge within the hallowed
halls of the Library of Minas Morgûl.
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