Bureaucracy, Anarchy, and Tolkien's Vision

This chapter explores the tension between bureaucracy and anarchic ideals, with references to literary works like 'The Dispossessed' and Tolkien's Shire. It critiques contemporary political narratives while reflecting on the evolution of social structures in Britain, emphasizing local empowerment and municipal socialism. Additionally, the discussion touches on the cultural clash between Tolkien's traditional values and the progressive ethos of the 1960s counterculture, particularly the hippie movement.