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Song of Seregon
Join Date: Feb 2002
Location: Following the road less traveled
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I remember the that first time I read The Shadow of the Past it was almost too much information, too much too soak up. I had to read over it again and think about it. Now it is one of my favorite chapters.
I can feel the darkness Frodo must feel after sitting up all night hearing bits and pieces about matter that was "best left until daylight". Poor Frodo. His inheritance has become more than he bargained for. JRRT personifies the ring by making it change size and shape by its own will. It is not a trinket that one can throw away or hide. Quote:
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I think this is a powerful chapter that sets the tone for the rest of the book. It shows a contrast between the reality of the danger of the Ring and the quiet, simple Shire life. I loved it.
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At last I understand why we have waited! This is the ending. Now not day only shall be beloved, but night too shall be beautiful and blessed and all its fear pass away! |
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