Why Could the Hobbits of the Shire Stand Up to the Nazgul? | Tolkien Reading Day 2021

There is power in the Shire, according to Gandalf, but what does he mean? And why do the hobbits of the Shire seem so unaffected by the Ringwraiths? In this video I explain my theory as to where the courage of Hobbits comes from.

For more videos from other Tolkien YouTubers on the theme of hope and courage (and other stuff), check this awesome playlist put together especially for Tolkien Reading Day 2021: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGjqQlInod2U18X5Wdyv_EzcP5dkSoioe

If you want to watch my prior video on the theme of hope, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v_Kye-0DOac

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