Big book Quote by J.R.R. Tolkien
““wonder if we shall ever be put into songs or tales. We’re in one, of course; but I mean: put into words, you know, told by the fireside, or read out of a great big book with red and black letters, years and years afterwards. And people will say: “Let’s hear about Frodo and the Ring!” And they’ll say: “Yes, that’s one of my favourite stories. Frodo was very brave, wasn’t he, dad?” “Yes, my boy, the famousest of the hobbits, and that’s saying a lot.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien, 1954-1955
Stories become cultural myths that survive through retelling, shaping identity and shared memory.
In simple terms: Stories turn into lasting myths.
Key Takeaway
Preserve and share narratives.
Themes
mythology
storytelling
legacy
culture
family
Mood
nostalgic
reflective
inspirational
Type
literary
cultural
familial
When to use this quote
- family bedtime
- school literature
- film adaptation
- fan conventions
Key Concepts
heroism
memory
identity
generational transmission
Questions to Reflect On
- How do personal memories shape your favorite stories?
- What responsibility do storytellers have to future generations?
A Different Perspective
Myths can oversimplify complex characters.
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