Actually it's slightly unnerving sometimes, to think of the degree to which Tolkien's writings have actually affected my mentality. Just certain things. It can feel as if I'm a member of a sort of cult sometimes [img]smilies/smile.gif[/img]. My view of the world, particularly in the area of philosophy and other such matters, has been substantially affected -- certainly for the better -- by being a disciple of Tolkien. Sounds like a cult, doesn't it? [img]smilies/smile.gif[/img]
And yes, my books have grown with me -- particularly the Sil -- as most of them are now sadly falling apart.
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