All stories must come to an end, and celebrations can’t last forever. Thus, although the hobbits set out with a kingly entourage, their company gradually dwindles to just the four of them and Gandalf. Read more
II. Chapter 3: The Ring Goes South
The Company is formed and begins the Quest, so let’s talk about these characters we’re going to spend the rest of the book with. Read more
II. Chapter 2: The Council of Elrond
It’s time for a long chapter full of exposition, as the peoples of Middle-earth must decide what to do with the time that’s been given them. Read more
II. Chapter 1: Many Meetings
Frodo’s safe in Rivendell, so we can take a breath and catch up with everyone before diving back into the plot. Read more
I. Chapter 11: A Knife in the Dark
The Black Riders make their move… Read more
I. Chapter 1: A Long-Expected Party
When Mr. Bilbo Baggins of Bag End announced that he would shortly be celebrating his eleventy-first birthday with a party of special magnificence, there was much talk and excitement in Hobbiton. Read more
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