In Praise of Christopher Tolkien

[Morthoron]

Originally Posted by davem

So, in your opinion, it is not possible that a great man may have faults as well as virtues? Or that one must either focus solely on criticising him for his faults or praising him for his virtues?

No, that is not my opinion, I never said such a thing. I am referring to your odd and decidedly self-serving wording here:

Originally Posted by davem

I have to say I've been a bit disappointed by the amount of criticism JRRT's son & literary executor has received on this forum of late. I think its about time to put the other side.

You're disappointed at the forum? Better that you be disappointed in yourself, as you were the prime fomenter and bitterest assailant over a prolonged period. It's rather like Brutus blaming the Romans for murdering Caesar.