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It's such a shame for us to part. (infosec.pub)
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[โ€“] FreeBeard@slrpnk.net 21 points 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago) (1 children)

They are cuddling in the book. These days one might suspect romantic feelings because of that but I think for Tolkien it really was just about friendship. It's toxic masculinity that physical contact is only allowed in a romantic setting.

[โ€“] FenrirIII@lemmy.world 7 points 2 weeks ago

It's very true of American culture. I have lots of male friends from Europe and South America who have no problem coming in for a hug or wrapping their arm around your shoulder. Took a while to get used to it.