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Title: Classic Fantasy
Review: The genre of modern fantasy started here with Tolkein's epic. The Lord of the Rings is a vividly written story with an entangling plot, genuine and original characters, and the bewitching voice of J.R.R. Tolkein. Though at first glance many modern readers find the descriptions and dialogue overwrought, upon closer examination, nothing less could possibly do. Our impatience comes from our way of life, which must be utterly put aside to enjoy this book's breathtaking landscapes, enchanting cultures rich in songs and history, and a cast of both noble and despicable characters. Each development comes in its due time, accompanied by the laughter and tears of the irresistible connection between storyteller and audience.Yet in these pages the reader will also find layers of symbolism, an almost unintentional social conscience, and a story of our world that makes these books frighteningly relevant today. There lies wisdom for the discovery of anyone who will listen.
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