I think a huge difference between LotR and HP, one that makes LotR seem much more magical (despite the relative shortage of actual magic) is the setting. HP is based on fictional aspects of a familiar world. But LotR is an entirely new environment, which action taking place all over the map, in all kinds of areas. It makes it feel much...grander.<P>Mmm...wish I could recommend some good fantasy lit...I read more sci-fi. Although, I do like the Death Gate Cycle, though sometimes I feel as if I'm the only one. You might try reading Dragon Wing, but only if you're willing to get caught up in a series.
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...in Khazad-dûm his wisdom died...
"Now come, you filth! You've hurt my master, you brute, and you'll pay for it. We're going on; but we'll settle with you first. Come on, and taste it again!"
"If I'm to go on, then I must take your sword, by your leave, Mr. Frodo, but I'll put this one to lie by you, as it lay by the old king in the barrow; and you've got your beautiful mithril coat from old Mr. Bilbo. And your star-glass, Mr. Frodo, you did lend it to me and I'll need it, for I'll be always in the dark now. It's too good for me, and the Lady gave it to you, but maybe she'd understand. Do you understand, Mr. Frodo? I've got to go on."
-Nova
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