That is very beautiful. I would like to recite it at an open mic some Christmas. This just goes to show that no one can say it quite as simply and clearly as Tolkien does. One of my all time faves, maybe #1. Thanks!
the largest societal and technological transition in human history
I dunno about largest here. Looking at "ancient" times, it seems they had and could do every bit as much as we have and can do now. I hope the artists win this round.
Merry Christmas. May you see what Tolkien saw all about you.
I was so happy to find this poem, it carries so much weight. It'd be perfect to read at an open mic. He's one of my favs too, his writing is captivating and has so many layers.
I guess I should have said "during this epoch of human history". I think civilization has risen to where we are or beyond and fallen several times. Thank you and a very Merry Christmas to you!