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Tolkien: Middle Earth & the Middle Ages

Gone Medieval

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Tolkien's Mythical Inspirations

This chapter examines the intricate connections between Tolkien's works, particularly the 'Rings of Power,' and ancient European myths including Atlantis and lost civilizations. It explores how Tolkien's storytelling reflects historical themes of devolution, and the parallels between Middle-earth's civilizations and medieval European history. Additionally, it discusses the relationship between Christianity and pagan literature in the context of Tolkien and Lewis, while questioning the geographical implications of Middle-earth on 20th-century politics.

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