Saruman of Middle...East? - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

Bêthberry · 06-06-2003, 12:46 PM

Tsk, tsk. "Mayhem he thinks this is," *said in best Yoda-like imitation*

Thenamir, I seem to recall Tolkien quite firmly repudiating topical references in the Foreward to the Second Edition.

And I don't think it enlarges our appreciation of Tolkien or our understanding of current world events to appropriate literature or mythology, to either side, even in jest.

Respectfully,
Bêthberry

EDIT: Nor do I think it is in keeping with Barrow Downs policy to attempt to bring in current affairs.

[ June 06, 2003: Message edited by: Bêthberry ]

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Bêthberry Cryptic Aura Join Date: May 2002 Posts: 6,003	Tsk, tsk. "Mayhem he thinks this is," said in best Yoda-like imitation Thenamir, I seem to recall Tolkien quite firmly repudiating topical references in the Foreward to the Second Edition. And I don't think it enlarges our appreciation of Tolkien or our understanding of current world events to appropriate literature or mythology, to either side, even in jest. Respectfully, Bêthberry EDIT: Nor do I think it is in keeping with Barrow Downs policy to attempt to bring in current affairs. [ June 06, 2003: Message edited by: Bêthberry ] __________________ I’ll sing his roots off. I’ll sing a wind up and blow leaf and branch away.