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Cultural Impact of Lord of the Rings and Symbolism of the Eye of Sauron
The chapter explores the profound cultural influence of the Lord of the Rings series with over 600 million copies sold and discusses the thematic exploration of the Eye of Sauron, drawing parallels with contemporary surveillance and societal issues. It reflects on the symbolism of different gazes, from the malevolent surveillance of the Eye of Sauron to the benevolent providence represented by the Eye of Horus, and delves into the implications of modern surveillance technologies on individual desires and behaviors.