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Argh, I hate that. I think part of the problem is how I read long names.
Exiting the cab, Th... long name... erby donned his hat and stepped into the crowd. Tolstoy is the worst for that.
I especially hate it when authors use very similar names for two important characters. Even worse when the names are both unconventional. I can't think of any examples off the top of my head, though.
The Kindle app on my phone has proven very useful in reading long books. Underworld is about 800 pages, so it's nice to be able to read a chapter or two while on the bus, train or toilet without having to actually lug the big thing around. Sorry, Franzen -- that's a convenience I just can't give up.
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thenewgreen · 4681 days ago · link ·
I always thought of it as Tolkien's way of foreshadowing what Saruman would become. But I agree, it's annoying.