Bilbo’s lore was so much a part of Frodo’s consciousness that it strengthened him from within.
Love this piece. Do you think Tolkien is trying to give us sense of how true identity is formed? Maybe tradition is not an abstract concept but really something quite personal.
Thanks! Yes, I think he does. Tradition is fire preserved for future generations.
Love this piece. Do you think Tolkien is trying to give us sense of how true identity is formed? Maybe tradition is not an abstract concept but really something quite personal.
Thanks! Yes, I think he does. Tradition is fire preserved for future generations.