How did Tolkien decide to portray the South as a vital part of the journey?
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The Ring Goes South

The Ring Goes South
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How did Tolkien decide to portray the South as a vital part of the journey?
Did anyone else find the pacing in this part of the story slower than earlier chapters?
What do you think inspired Tolkien's depiction of friendship and loyalty among the characters?