It’s a testament to your readers, and this kind corner of the internet, that Sam rightly took top honors, rather than the poll being overrun by cleverly cynical “burn it down” types voting for Sauron. While the story is famously not a spiritual allegory, on this week of all weeks, I’m heartened by this small reminder that in Buechner’s words, the worst thing is never the last thing.
Yes, Sam is the heartbeat - there at both the beginning and the end. Not all heroes have to be at the front and center of the remarkable events.
Three cheers for Sam, truly Samwise the Strong!
Yes! The Jewel of Hobbits! The Smallest of Persons! A Gardener! Well, done!
If Sam hadn't won, the universe would've rioted.
Wooooooooooooooooooo!!!! Cinderella Sam for the win!
Well I have to admit, its because of Sam that the Ring did get destroyed in the end.
It’s a testament to your readers, and this kind corner of the internet, that Sam rightly took top honors, rather than the poll being overrun by cleverly cynical “burn it down” types voting for Sauron. While the story is famously not a spiritual allegory, on this week of all weeks, I’m heartened by this small reminder that in Buechner’s words, the worst thing is never the last thing.
Long live Sam!