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378 - Richard Rohlin - Tolkien and Universal History

The Symbolic World

CHAPTER

Tolkien's Mythical Rehabilitation

This chapter explores J.R.R. Tolkien's reinterpretation of mythical beings like elves and old gods within a Christian context, maintaining their beauty and danger. It discusses the significance of storytelling in modern media, highlighting the need for originality and integration of ancient narratives into contemporary works.

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