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Pimpernel Took

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Pervinca, Pimpernel and Pearl
Pimpernel Took
Hobbit
Biographical Information
Date of birthS.R. 1379
ParentagePaladin Took II &
Eglantine Banks
LocationTookland
Physical Description
GenderFemale
Pimpernel Took was a Hobbit of the Shire.

[edit] History

Pimpernel was the second child of Thain Paladin Took II and Eglantine Banks.[1]

[edit] Etymology

Pimpernel is a genus of the primrose family and its fruits resemble peppercorns. The name derives from Latin pimpernella meaning "little pepper".[2]

[edit] References

  1. J.R.R. Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings, Appendix C, "Took of Great Smials"
  2. Jim Allan (ed.), An Introduction to Elvish, "Giving of Names"