It seems like I do a reread of Lord of the Rings every few years. I always find something new to savor.
I will also reread a series sometimes if there‘s a new book and it‘s been a while since I read the last one.
This year I‘m not planning to reread anything so I can work on my TBR, but you never know!
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My physical copies of The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings pocket editions arrived. These are awesome.
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I got a new sword and scabbard. It was a gift from my husband. It is Éomer's sword Gúthwinë. I already have Éowyn's sword. They happen to be siblings. I like to pretend I am also a rider of Rohan. It is called fantasy after all. 😏
RIP Theoden king
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pickI won‘t add anything new to the discussion, so I won‘t try. It reminds me of the adventure novels popular w/ boys in the Victorian era, but fantasy. I want to thank Christopher Tolkien for taking his father to task about remembering the small details of his bedtime story so that we could all benefit from it. The original NPR broadcast was stellar & should get a listen, if you‘re so inclined. Know what Aragon‘s shirt is made of? Husband material.
pickAgain, I listened to the original American National Public Radio broadcast. Other than some different pronunciations than we‘re used to, this was another stellar performance. This was also around the 3-hour mark. If, like me, you‘re familiar with the story and just want to have some ear candy while crafting, give this a listen!
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The Lord of the Rings
A Gentleman In Moscow
Outlander
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pickIt hurts a little to say goodbye to the Hobbits again. I really felt with Frodo and at the same time I was so proud of him. Loved the others, too. And there are even female characters! When I first read it six years ago, I didn't really pay attention to this. This is how we change as we grow older and this way we can find new things in old beloved books. ❤
pickThe first part of this book is my favourite of the whole series because of Merry and Pippin. I just love those two ❤ But I also admire Sam's role in the story. Again, I was buffled by the importance of his character and how he grows in this story. I didn't really like the fight at the end, that's all. It was a bit too much for my taste. Which doesn't change anything about the greatness of this book (there could be more women, but you know that).
pickThis series is everything that is right with epic fantasy.
FULL REVIEW: https://abookandateacup.blogspot.com/2021/09/review-return-of-king.html
