[Pukel-Man]

Interesting post Lush, although Tolkien may not be held in high regard by " scholars" it dose not really matter in the end. I'm quite sure Tolkien will be still in print long after our bones are moldering in the mist- cloaked barrows. I personally find it amazing that Tolkien has such a active, loyal fan base. I write this out of respect, not contemptuousness (whew!) How many fictional bodies of work penned by one author can claim such in-depth discussions as to their content and provide enjoyment with each subsequent re-read? I still am sometimes awed that can log on to the internet and find countless discussions going on about my favorite author-it seems almost surreal. But in the end, it all comes down to one's personal taste. You could shove a hundred endorsements in my face for some new Stephen King book but I would not read his work- I've tried, and found it lacking. But that's one man's opinion, and we all know what opinions are like...