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Lord of Angmar · 07-24-2003, 08:53 PM

I think I have broken free of your easy description, Imladris. I do not enjoy reading fantasy for the most part, but the Lord of the Rings and the Silmarillion are unquestionably some of my favorite pieces of literature (along with the Odyssey, War and Peace, Treasure Island and Walden, to name a few). I think Professor Tolkien's works transcend normal fantasy, which I often find to be repetitive in theme and character.

As for your problem, Gandalf Jr., you should be able to solve it, though don't push the issue. After all, Gandalf (Sr.) was able to kindle hearts to a new purpose without forcing his ways on others (although he did have the help of an Elven Ring) [img]smilies/biggrin.gif[/img] .

07-24-2003, 08:53 PM	#4
Lord of Angmar Tyrannus Incorporalis Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: the North Posts: 833	I think I have broken free of your easy description, Imladris. I do not enjoy reading fantasy for the most part, but the Lord of the Rings and the Silmarillion are unquestionably some of my favorite pieces of literature (along with the Odyssey, War and Peace, Treasure Island and Walden, to name a few). I think Professor Tolkien's works transcend normal fantasy, which I often find to be repetitive in theme and character. As for your problem, Gandalf Jr., you should be able to solve it, though don't push the issue. After all, Gandalf (Sr.) was able to kindle hearts to a new purpose without forcing his ways on others (although he did have the help of an Elven Ring) [img]smilies/biggrin.gif[/img] . __________________ ...where the instrument of intelligence is added to brute power and evil will, mankind is powerless in its own defence.