Tolkien Humor: What makes us different? - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

Kates Frodo Temp · 07-11-2003, 06:47 PM

I have a theory: I believe that Tolkienites have their own particular brand of humor. It shows itself by causing a person to suddenly collapse in fits of giggles at things other people don't seem to see. For example, particular lines in The Silmarillion, and MANY quotes of Shakespeare cause me to start laughing, although they are not particularly amusing.

I'd love to hear from people who have had similar experiences! Can anyone explain this phenomenon? Let me know!

~Kates~

07-11-2003, 06:47 PM	#1
Kates Frodo Temp Wight Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: The Vale, Ancartia Posts: 112	Tolkien Humor: What makes us different? I have a theory: I believe that Tolkienites have their own particular brand of humor. It shows itself by causing a person to suddenly collapse in fits of giggles at things other people don't seem to see. For example, particular lines in The Silmarillion, and MANY quotes of Shakespeare cause me to start laughing, although they are not particularly amusing. I'd love to hear from people who have had similar experiences! Can anyone explain this phenomenon? Let me know! ~Kates~ __________________ I yessessë Eru ontanë Menel ar Cemen. Genesis 1:1 Sign my lighter, Meela?