Tag Archives: elves

The Lord Of The Rings, Chapter By Chapter: Lothlorien

Posted on Apr 1, 2011 by NFB

(Updated on 20/06/15) And so begin the Lorien chapters, a trilogy that is divisive among fans and casual readers. Are they just a side show? A distraction? A tempo killer? I’ve seen them described as all three, especially relative to … Continue reading →

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The Lord Of The Rings, Chapter By Chapter: Three Is Company

Posted on Dec 31, 2010 by NFB

(Updated 24/07/2022) A few weeks have passed “in-universe” but we start pretty much where we left off, with Frodo and Gandalf discussing the more delicate details of the coming quest. “The Shadow Of The Past” was for grand pronouncements but you really … Continue reading →

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It Is Not War #3: Helm’s Deep, Part One

Posted on Aug 15, 2010 by NFB

We’re in the big time now. Before I start, I’d like to say that I’m quite pleased with the reaction to my first two posts, and thanks to all commentators and well-wishers. Right then. Troy was based off source material … Continue reading →

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