The Hobbit
what do you think the eagle's arrival signifies? What do you think will happen now that the eagles have arrived? Why?
chapter 17
chapter 17
The Goblins are initially repelled and ambushed by the Elves, but a reinforcement of Goblin troops tilts the balance of the battle. It is only with the final arrival of the Eagles, that the forces of good are sustained. The Great Eagles represent an "air force" allied with the powers of good.