Yes, I listened to the books on tape first (at least 10 years ago), then I read the books in middle school (around 7 or 8 years ago). My family members are Tolkien fanatics so I was brought up with his stories (LOTR & others). My middle name is named after one of his characters (Luthien), I have it tattooed in elvish around my right ankle. Here's a pic:



Yeah... I love Tolkien