J. R. R. Tolkien Quotes

Do not meddle in the affairs of Wizards, for they are subtle and quick to anger.

J. R. R. Tolkien

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• Do not meddle in the affairs of Wizards, for they are subtle and quick to anger.

  

  J. R. R. Tolkien
  • Anger
  • Quick
  • Subtle