The chapter was called "A Mad Tea Party." We should have taken it as a warning.

[Here the Dormouse shakes itself, and begins singing in its sleep 'Twinkle, twinkle, twinkle, twinkle, twinkle, twinkle--". It repeats itself until another guest reaches over and pinches it. Faramir shakes his head and stands up.]

I can certainly say this has been an unusual experience. But I think I am ready to be done with it.