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The Catholic Vision of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings | Prof. Paul Gondreau

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Exploring Christian Allegories in Tolkien's Masterpiece

This chapter explores the Christian themes and allegories in J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Lord of the Rings,' particularly through the characters of Gandalf, Frodo, and Aragorn. It highlights how these figures embody Christ-like qualities and reflects on Tolkien's Catholic viewpoint of his narrative.

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