Elves Quote by Poul Anderson

““Elves know friendship, if not love, and I would fain see that done which would have gladdened him.””

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“Hush, hush! Good People! and good night!" said Gandalf, who came last. "Valleys have ears, and some elves have over marry tongues. Good night!”

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