Whose Head on the Penny?

Abstract

Ferguson explores specific world building in science fiction and fantasy writing. Tolkien used an approach that surrounds the reader with familiarity, basing logistics rooted in realism. Units of measurement, currency, are consistent with reality to help the reader focus on a new, immersive environment without overwhelming them. This can be found in action through Tolkien’s ‘On Fairy Stories’, to ‘The Hobbit.’