That is very beautiful. I would like to recite it at an open mic some Christmas. This just goes to show that no one can say it quite as simply and clearly as Tolkien does. One of my all time faves, maybe #1. Thanks!

the largest societal and technological transition in human history

I dunno about largest here. Looking at "ancient" times, it seems they had and could do every bit as much as we have and can do now. I hope the artists win this round.

Merry Christmas. May you see what Tolkien saw all about you.