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265 – Hello, I Loathe You

The Prancing Pony Podcast

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Exploring Themes of Mortality and Marriage in Tolkien's World

The chapter delves into the serious implications of mortality for characters in the medieval world depicted in the text, discussing mortality rates and the significance of characters choosing not to remarry after losing a spouse. It also touches on the cultural significance of marriage within the stories being analyzed, providing insight into Tolkien's storytelling and world-building.

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