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I had read volumes 1 & 2 of the History of Middle Earth many years ago. I've more recently read volumes 6 through 12, leaving 3, 4, and 5 left for me in the series of edited works by Christopher Tolkien of his father's work.
I really enjoyed the books on LOTR as it allowed me to see how the story developed over time.
Volume 12 provided two previously unreleased stories, which were intriguing to me.
Volume 3, however, has become my favorite of the series. The Lays of Beleriand is comprised of two po ...more
I really enjoyed the books on LOTR as it allowed me to see how the story developed over time.
Volume 12 provided two previously unreleased stories, which were intriguing to me.
Volume 3, however, has become my favorite of the series. The Lays of Beleriand is comprised of two po ...more
This book contains the best poems I have ever read. I've always loved Tolkien, but his poetry out does his prose this time. None of the poems are finished, unfortunately, but what is extant is simply amazing. I haven't had this much pleasure reading a book, let alone reading poetry, in a very, very long time, probably not since I actually read the Silmarillion and the Lord of the Rings.
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This book was a good read, but not nearly as good as the other works I've read from Tolkien's collection. The Children of Hurin lay was very hard to follow, and probably contained a lot of meaning I missed. However, the Lay of Luthien was amazing. I was very impressed by Tolkien's ability to rhyme over several hundred pages. Everything was straight and to the point. Overall it was a great addition to the Tolkien world.
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The Lay of Leithian is simply beautiful.
Jun 30, 2008
Kristin
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Elisabeth
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