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Return of the King is one of my favorite books of all time, and for good reason. This reread left me so emotional, highlighting many sections, and just really appreciating Tolkien's prose, his characterization, and the influences on his work. There's really not more I can say other than this is an incredible book!
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Although it's been many years since I've read this book, I'm thinking about re-reading it. We watch the extended version of the Peter Jackson movies every year and I love them!
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Rather than try to write a review of this final volume of the Lord of the Rings, I will just list some of my favorite quotes:
“The hasty stroke goes oft astray.”
“A traitor may betray himself and do good that he does not intend.”
Eowyn
“Too often have I heard of duty. But am I not of the House of Eorl, a shieldmaiden and not a dry-nurse? I have waited on faltering feet long enough. Since they falter no longer, it seems, may I not now spend my life as I will?”
“I can ride and wield a blade, and I do n ...more
“The hasty stroke goes oft astray.”
“A traitor may betray himself and do good that he does not intend.”
Eowyn
“Too often have I heard of duty. But am I not of the House of Eorl, a shieldmaiden and not a dry-nurse? I have waited on faltering feet long enough. Since they falter no longer, it seems, may I not now spend my life as I will?”
“I can ride and wield a blade, and I do n ...more
My favorite read ever, 10th reading.
Third part of Lord of the Rings classic. Tolkien's book five includes Grey Company, Siege of Gondor, Paths of the Dead, Pelennor Fields battle, Farimar/Eowyn, Black Gate. The six book includes Cirith Ungol, Mount Doom, Return of the King, Sharkey, Battle of Bywater.
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FINALLY finished the poor book.
I promise the lengthy delay is a reflection of myself not the book. The book is great. Sure it can be a bit of a trudge at times. But journey is incredible. It ended the story beautifully.
I promise the lengthy delay is a reflection of myself not the book. The book is great. Sure it can be a bit of a trudge at times. But journey is incredible. It ended the story beautifully.
Reviewed the whole thing under The Lord of the Rings.
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Love it until the end! Just Amazing!
Apr 21, 2018
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