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Jul 15, 2008
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I've been reading and rereading The Lord of the Rings since I was 10.
It's been years (decades?) now since I've actually gone back to the novels. I was prompted in this instance by listening to a podcast called "The Film is Lit...erature," which comments about books made into film. I've been listening to LotR episodes. ...more
It's been years (decades?) now since I've actually gone back to the novels. I was prompted in this instance by listening to a podcast called "The Film is Lit...erature," which comments about books made into film. I've been listening to LotR episodes. ...more
This is definitely my favorite out of the three in the series. I first read it in high school and became completely obsessed. Later, the movies came out. Peter Jackson did a great job displaying Middle-Earth.
Tolkien originally wanted the three books to be one complete book. The publisher didn't agree and forced Tolkien to separate it into a trilogy.
I absolutely loved reading the detail of the chapter "Lothlorien." I have yet to read something fictional so beautifully described. I literally wante ...more
Tolkien originally wanted the three books to be one complete book. The publisher didn't agree and forced Tolkien to separate it into a trilogy.
I absolutely loved reading the detail of the chapter "Lothlorien." I have yet to read something fictional so beautifully described. I literally wante ...more
One of my favorite books hand down. Unlike most modern fantasy, Tolkien is capable of cover a lot of back-story and dialogue without it seeming that boring. That being said, there is a whole lot of action through the story. Any fantasy reader should read this.
The fellowship of the Rings is broken up into two books, the first of which I found slow and very difficult to get through. Being the American entertainment junkie that I am I much preferred the speed of the films. Now book two is quite a different story. The second book gave insight that I thought was amazing. Of course book one is necessary for the full enjoyment of book two.
The writing is unmatched and masterful. I can't wait to start the next one. ...more
The writing is unmatched and masterful. I can't wait to start the next one. ...more
In my opinion, Tolkien is the best writer there is.
