Gems from the Letters

[lindil]

I came across this [to me] rather astonishing bit.

from letter #348 [3/1973]

Galadriel...means 'Maiden crowned with gleaming hair' It is a secondary name given to her in her youth in the far past because she had long hair which glistened like gold but was also shot with silver. She was then of Amazon disposition and bound up her hair as a crown when taking part in athletic feats.

I thought a thread dveoted to unearthing gems from the Letters would be nice, especially for those who have not yet read them. Or those who have them but have sorely neglected their treasure.

Unlike some authors whom the more you know the less you like them JRRT is like water that gets purer the further down you dig.

Back to School is a thread of similar variety that specializes in JRRT's more scholarly musings and opines, and The most powerful Lines of Ea is self explaining. Together the three make up a pleasant foursome of homes for any inspiration from the Professor you may wish to share.

[ March 21, 2003: Message edited by: lindil ]