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Cynthia G.'s avatar

Excellent compendium of Tolkien's quotes, including a number I have pored over myself. Thanks so much for compiling these.

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Konstantin Asimonov's avatar

>>>>Presumably the 'Orcs on our side' refers to the Soviet Union.

It's possible, but not necessary, and would conflict with some things he said on different occasions.

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AE Snow's avatar

Interesting quotes - reminds me of the idea that Tolkenian heroes and Shakespearean heroes have a fundamentally different orientation to power. For Tolkien you must not seek to wield it - it inherently corrupts. For Shakespeare it’s a moral failing not to seek it - but it will test whether you are worthy of it

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Live Life Not Behind Glass's avatar

Thank you for this

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