Vocabulary

One of the most fascinating things about The Lord of the Rings is Tolkien’s use of word choice to convey thematic elements.  In lofty scenes of valor, say, Eowyn will be kirt about with a mantle, but in Hobbiton a character named Chubb will be got of hisself with a good thick cloak.

Author: KB French

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