Being the most overrated player of his generation due to playing in NYC and the Colts thinking they could cakewalk through Super Bowl III? Definitely.

Also yes, he does look a bit hobbitty. The hair helps a lot.

The Silmarillion is definitely the “Bible” of Middle Earth, and its structure, content, and style all reflect that. I was mostly just cracking wise about the similarities.

I read it in High School. It sated any desire to read translations of bronze and iron age holy texts, so that was a benefit. As far as its being an enjoyable read, however…