Of course, the story of
Of course, the story of Beren and Lúthien is a classic love story,
and is well worth a read in the Lay of Leithan. I think
it was detailed in The Book of Lost Tales, but I’m not sure, it’s
been a while since I read that. It is, of course, detailed in a chapter of
The Silmarillion, a book which I’m never sure I should recommend,
but which is essential for a full understanding of Tolkien’s world. Though
most people really don’t care that they don’t have a full understanding
of that world - the fact that the LOTR is a good story is enough!