> > > Hmm...no, Curunir, I believe, is what the elves
> > > called Saruman, as they referred to Gandalf
> > > as Mithrandir. I find it odd that you could not
> > > find Saruman's Maiar name there. I don't have
> > > the time to look myself, though. Maybe later.
> >
> > Curumo is the name you're looking for.
> >
> > Seriously, if you're interested in things like this, pick up a copy of the Unfinished Tales. It's an invaluable reference.
>
> Also, the Silmarillion is essential. During the last chapter of the war of the ring, it does talk about Gandalf and Sauruman, using their elvish names I believe, and gives a few details you might not have been aware of-including the bearers of the three rings.
>
> The whole thing is worth reading too of course-it describes the whole history and mythology of middle earth. It was never finished during his life time though-and the narrative flow isn't as smooth, and the various parts aren't connected as well.
>
> Mark"Some find the books bor-ring"N

Who are the three?
Galadriel
?Elrond
and?