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Old 08-27-2008, 11:14 AM   #119
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Oh, and I've never really pondered the Edith-as-Luthien thing (even though I've heard and read about it) up until now, but does anyone know if she even had a say in putting the name "Luthien" on that tombstone?
While some people leave detailed instructions as to their funerals there is a letter, I think to Michael which implies that this was JRRT's own idea. Certainly it seems more likely. Seldom has a romantic gesture seemed so chilling...
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