Sauron vs. Huan = Thetis vs. Peleus? - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

Dancing_Hobbit · 07-29-2003, 02:24 PM

it's kind of late to say this, as the descussion appears to be winding down, but there are a lot of myths about battles with shapechangers, and, given Tolkien's liking for mythology, i find it highly likely that the fight was inspired by one of the many. When i first read that scene i was strongly reminded of the battle between Proteus and Odysseus that occurs in the Odyssy.

by the way, Finwe, its nice to know we're loved [img]smilies/wink.gif[/img]

07-29-2003, 02:24 PM	#12
Dancing_Hobbit Haunting Spirit Join Date: May 2003 Location: A fairyland of mists and shadows deep in the emerald wood. Posts: 56	it's kind of late to say this, as the descussion appears to be winding down, but there are a lot of myths about battles with shapechangers, and, given Tolkien's liking for mythology, i find it highly likely that the fight was inspired by one of the many. When i first read that scene i was strongly reminded of the battle between Proteus and Odysseus that occurs in the Odyssy. by the way, Finwe, its nice to know we're loved [img]smilies/wink.gif[/img] __________________ Hobbits bow to nobody! ...Except their plates...