----- Original Message ----- From: "Doug" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sunday, November 10, 2002 1:31 AM Subject: Re: 50 reasons FOTR sucks [LINK]
> Robert Seeberger wrote: > >>The only criticism I really agree with is the one about racism. > >> > >Actually i think that is one of the sillier assertions. > >Its like saying a movie about the writing of the declaration of independence > >should have a black Ben Franklin so that no one will complain about racism. > > > Its more the symbolism that bugs me a little; black this and white that. > Also, especially in the book, the value placed on pure bloodlines. > I understand, and I think it looks worse than it is. (Even though Tolkein was something of a racist himself). The black and white symbolism is some pretty old stuff and predates contact with Africans. This is pretty much a modern idea that such things relate to racism. I agree with you on the pureness of bloodlines being wrong. Its an idea that has outlasted its time. These days most people recognise that alloys are stronger and more usefull, and mutts are healthier and stronger. xponent Ancient Rites Of Unintended Consequences Maru rob _______________________________________________ http://www.mccmedia.com/mailman/listinfo/brin-l
