Wow, this was so interesting and moving. How enriched your life has been by Tolkien's great works - and you have contributed to the treasure that is his legacy. I read The Hobbit and LOTR to my children. I've always felt that the literature of mythology touches something deep within us, and enriches all our lives. The archetypes that move in those stories move in all of us. I loved reading again Bilbo's final poem...... brought tears to my eyes, as it does every time I hear it. Are your books available in NZ bookshops? Congratulations again David and thanks for sharing your story.
Thanks so much for your kind - your very kind - comment and observations. I share your reaction to Bilbo's Last Song. It was read out by an old colleague of mine at a funeral a few years ago and there wasn't a dry eye in the house.
Wow, this was so interesting and moving. How enriched your life has been by Tolkien's great works - and you have contributed to the treasure that is his legacy. I read The Hobbit and LOTR to my children. I've always felt that the literature of mythology touches something deep within us, and enriches all our lives. The archetypes that move in those stories move in all of us. I loved reading again Bilbo's final poem...... brought tears to my eyes, as it does every time I hear it. Are your books available in NZ bookshops? Congratulations again David and thanks for sharing your story.
Sheryl
Thanks so much for your kind - your very kind - comment and observations. I share your reaction to Bilbo's Last Song. It was read out by an old colleague of mine at a funeral a few years ago and there wasn't a dry eye in the house.
My pleasure to share.
And thanks again