As the co-author of a blog dedicated to Tolkien literature I’m comfortably a nerd (seriously, have you read the section about the authors?), and I would hazard a guess that since you’re reading this, you are one too! So to celebrate nerdy interests, my debut piece will highlight ideas and examples of evolution in Tolkien’s … Continue reading Tolkien and Evolution: Unintended Lessons
Boromir: "You have conquered."
In the film version of Fellowship of the Ring, Boromir’s death is one of two final emotional finishes that sets the next film’s diverging storylines apart. Boromir’s arc is that of a classic tragic hero with some Biblical inspirations driving his actions. Instead of discussing the content of the first chapter of The Two Towers … Continue reading Boromir: "You have conquered."
Two Reasons I Dislike Peter Jackson’s "The Hobbit"
Watching the Hobbit movies while working today (working from home is great, by the way!) and I hit on another reason why I'm not overly impressed by Peter Jackson's interpretation. Besides the cheeky "love story", jumbled chronology, or Legolas being added in, I have two deeper reasons I wanted to discuss today. The portrayal of … Continue reading Two Reasons I Dislike Peter Jackson’s "The Hobbit"
Book 2 Chapter 10: The Breaking of the Fellowship
We've reached the end! Of Part One at least. Which is good because the many months writing on this blog is far too short of time to spend among such amiable readers. Unlike the films, Fellowship of the Ring ends not with a battle or a death, but with everyone frantically searching for Frodo while he … Continue reading Book 2 Chapter 10: The Breaking of the Fellowship
Book 2 Chapters 8 and 9: Farewell to Lorien and the Great River
I decided to combine these two posts because Lorien really marks a turning point and these two chapters, though having different events and themes, tie together very well.Galadriel's GiftsIn "Farewell to Lorien", the most significant event is the ceremonial departure from the land where Galadriel bestows upon the Fellowship great boons and treasures to help … Continue reading Book 2 Chapters 8 and 9: Farewell to Lorien and the Great River
Book 2 Chapter 7: The Mirror of Galadriel
Apologies if parts of this post seem incongruous, I wrote it during a layover and on a flight next to the Monopoly Man so it was a bit disorienting.Alright, I haven't really made much of a stink about things I dislike in the film versions so far but this chapter kind of blows in the … Continue reading Book 2 Chapter 7: The Mirror of Galadriel
Book 2 Chapter 6: Lothlorien
It's been a little over a month since my last post and I apologize for those of you following along.After the last chapter where we see Gandalf fall into the darkness of Moria, the company escapes into the bright world east of the Misty Mountains. The last few chapters of Fellowship, I find particularly difficult … Continue reading Book 2 Chapter 6: Lothlorien
Book 2 Chapter 5: The Bridge of Khazad-Dum
First off, the last post pushed me over 1,000 lifetime views which is pretty cool. Thanks for reading my ramblings on here. I hope I'm providing a bit of insight and some thought provoking ideas but will settle for a few pity reads. Thank you for the pity reads.The Bridge of Khazad-Dum is one of the … Continue reading Book 2 Chapter 5: The Bridge of Khazad-Dum
Book 2 Chapter 4: Journey in the Dark – "The Wild West of Middle-Earth"
A Journey in the Dark is like "A New Hope" of chapters. The Rebels (Fellowship) are a bit down and out after being thwarted in their plans (Path over Caradhras and the capture of Princess Leia aboard the Tantive IV) There's a bit of soul searching and naval gazing before being forced to commit to … Continue reading Book 2 Chapter 4: Journey in the Dark – "The Wild West of Middle-Earth"
Cool sword, bro – Legendary Swords in Middle-Earth’s Troll Dens
Departing from our romp toward Moria, I wanted to visit one of my favorite lore tidbits.In "The Hobbit" Bilbo and friends stumble upon a cache of weapons in the depths of a troll cave in the Trollshaws near Rivendell. These weapons are revealed to be of a superior make, with Gandalf himself taking a longsword … Continue reading Cool sword, bro – Legendary Swords in Middle-Earth’s Troll Dens
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