Reading TOlkien has changed the way I look at a lot of things in life. I could really elaborate on that right now, but maybe later when i have more time. Reading the books and coming to the 'Downs to discuss them and all their implications, have led me to the decision on what I will write my IB (International Baccaleurate) extended -essay on next year. There nothing i'd rather to write a 4,000 word research paper on than the fantasy genre, postmodernism, why we need fanatasy, Tolkien's works and how relevent they are to life, etc etc etc...Writing about Tolkien would make doing that extended essay so much FUN! (my next hurdle: getting my english teacher to approve my topic so i can write about it). I've learned soo much from reading Tolkien it's really incredible. I also learn so much from all of you guys here on the 'Downs. Thank you everyone, for all your eloquent ideas and insight. You've taught me more than you can ever imagine. ^_^
[ April 24, 2002: Message edited by: Jessica Jade ]
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