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Lalwendë · 11-09-2004, 03:00 PM

I'm not much of a 'bumper' but I thought this thread was particularly worth bumping up, with letters to be written to Father Christmas and all. It's certainly given me one or two ideas. And maybe there are some new recommended works which 'Downers might be willing to write a little about.

**The Saucepan Man** · 08-17-2005, 03:59 AM

This isn't a review, but Mrs Saucepan came across a review of a book called The Science of Middle Earth by Henry Gee in the Fortean Times. I couldn't find that review, but here is another from Popular Science:

The Science of Middle Earth

It looks interesting, mainly because it addresses many of the topics that come up frequently here at the Downs. Apparently, it even has sections on Orcish reproduction and Balrog's wings.

I am thinking of ordering a copy. Has anyone else read it? If so, is it worth getting?

Lalwendë · 08-17-2005, 04:19 AM

I bought this at the weekend, and though I've not yet had chance to read it properly, I've skimmed through and it looked interesting. There was a chapter on exactly why Legolas could discern not only the Rohirrim at a distance but could make out details - this all seemed to be explained thoughtfully and even included equations (which made me think "I'll read that when I get home and am less tired"

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**The Saucepan Man** · 08-18-2005, 06:31 PM

Thanks for your reply, Lalwendë.

I would be interested to know what you thought of it once you have read it.

While looking for information on the book, I also came across this article by its author:

A Scientist in Middle-earth

He certainly seems to know his stuff, in terms of both science and Tolkien, which is encouraging.

mark12_30 · 08-18-2005, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by The Saucepan Man

He certainly seems to know his stuff, in terms of both science and Tolkien, which is encouraging.

Nice article; fascinating take on elvish lifestyle. Thanks for posting the link!

11-09-2004, 03:00 PM	#1
Lalwendë A Mere Boggart Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: under the bed Posts: 4,737	I'm not much of a 'bumper' but I thought this thread was particularly worth bumping up, with letters to be written to Father Christmas and all. It's certainly given me one or two ideas. And maybe there are some new recommended works which 'Downers might be willing to write a little about. __________________ Gordon's alive!

08-17-2005, 03:59 AM	#2
The Saucepan Man Corpus Cacophonous Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: A green and pleasant land Posts: 8,390	This isn't a review, but Mrs Saucepan came across a review of a book called The Science of Middle Earth by Henry Gee in the Fortean Times. I couldn't find that review, but here is another from Popular Science: The Science of Middle Earth It looks interesting, mainly because it addresses many of the topics that come up frequently here at the Downs. Apparently, it even has sections on Orcish reproduction and Balrog's wings. I am thinking of ordering a copy. Has anyone else read it? If so, is it worth getting? __________________ Do you mind? I'm busy doing the fishstick. It's a very delicate state of mind!

08-17-2005, 04:19 AM	#3
Lalwendë A Mere Boggart Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: under the bed Posts: 4,737	I bought this at the weekend, and though I've not yet had chance to read it properly, I've skimmed through and it looked interesting. There was a chapter on exactly why Legolas could discern not only the Rohirrim at a distance but could make out details - this all seemed to be explained thoughtfully and even included equations (which made me think "I'll read that when I get home and am less tired" ). __________________ Gordon's alive!

08-18-2005, 06:31 PM	#4
The Saucepan Man Corpus Cacophonous Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: A green and pleasant land Posts: 8,390	Thanks for your reply, Lalwendë. I would be interested to know what you thought of it once you have read it. While looking for information on the book, I also came across this article by its author: A Scientist in Middle-earth He certainly seems to know his stuff, in terms of both science and Tolkien, which is encouraging. __________________ Do you mind? I'm busy doing the fishstick. It's a very delicate state of mind!