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Exploring the Omitted Scouring of the Shire in Film Adaptation
This chapter examines the key differences between J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Return of the King' and its film version, emphasizing the exclusion of the 'scouring of the Shire.' The discussion highlights how Saruman's actions symbolize a critique of industrialization and resonate with historical events, shedding light on the broader themes in Tolkien's narrative and their relevance to contemporary politics.
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