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I think one can argue that she [Celebrian] is the reason why Arwen's character is the way she is-a shadow in the background for the most part. One may very well say that because of the horrible fate of Cleberian, it was only appropriate for Arwen to stay behind
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This is one of the most interesting analyses of Arwen's character I have read. I'm really drawn to arguments which derive from narrative structure and consistency. Her upbringing, then, represents a typical response to issues of the safety and security of children, particularly girls. Her characterization is therefore not a stock depiction of iconic female on a pedastal. Nice work.
Bethberry