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Child of the 7th Age · 07-26-2002, 08:31 AM

Mr. Underhill--

Thanks so very much for taking the time to post on this question. Whenever I read the older threads, I am so blown away with the depth of knowledge shown about the Silm and the general history of Middle-earth. If I were an "old-timer" on these boards, I would miss that level of discussion.

At the same time, however, I know that, in the long run, it has to be good to get more people interested in Tolkien and his writings. I truly believe that these books are good, not just good for the twentieth century or the twenty-first, but good as literature that can and should endure for all time. And that can't and won't happen just because of a few critics or a few fans. It has to happen because there are a significant group of people who, in their hearts, can see and value these writings for what they mean.

So, those of you out there, who've been around on these boards, have patience with us. Some of us at least are trying to larn, and we appreciate the guidance you have given us. Thanks again.

sharon, the 7th age hobbit

07-26-2002, 08:31 AM	#32
Child of the 7th Age Spirit of the Lonely Star Join Date: Mar 2002 Posts: 5,133	Mr. Underhill-- Thanks so very much for taking the time to post on this question. Whenever I read the older threads, I am so blown away with the depth of knowledge shown about the Silm and the general history of Middle-earth. If I were an "old-timer" on these boards, I would miss that level of discussion. At the same time, however, I know that, in the long run, it has to be good to get more people interested in Tolkien and his writings. I truly believe that these books are good, not just good for the twentieth century or the twenty-first, but good as literature that can and should endure for all time. And that can't and won't happen just because of a few critics or a few fans. It has to happen because there are a significant group of people who, in their hearts, can see and value these writings for what they mean. So, those of you out there, who've been around on these boards, have patience with us. Some of us at least are trying to larn, and we appreciate the guidance you have given us. Thanks again. sharon, the 7th age hobbit __________________ Multitasking women are never too busy to vote.