Reading “The Lord of the Rings”: Chapter 8: “Farewell to Lórien” (Book Two)

Having very much enjoyed their stay in the enchanted wood of Lothlórien, the Company must at last confront the reality that their time there draws to a close. And so, reluctantly, they set out, though Galadriel and the other Elves offer them gifts, each of which is uniquely matched to each person. As the chapter draws to a close, they leave the wood behind and…