Frodo's initial delay in leaving the Shire: What does it mean? - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

O'Boile · 08-21-2002, 12:26 PM

Well, for one thing, I think Frodo had time to prepare. Bilbo was surprised by dwarves and he had to go then or never. Plus, Gandalf says that it should be a low key departure, so it takes some time to set that up. Also, I think he just doesn't want to leave. Unlike Bilbo, Frodo figures he will never come back, so he wants to say good bye.

08-21-2002, 12:26 PM	#3
O'Boile Wight Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 117	Well, for one thing, I think Frodo had time to prepare. Bilbo was surprised by dwarves and he had to go then or never. Plus, Gandalf says that it should be a low key departure, so it takes some time to set that up. Also, I think he just doesn't want to leave. Unlike Bilbo, Frodo figures he will never come back, so he wants to say good bye.