The Hobbit, Smaug, & Weak Power w/ Gregory Walter
Homebrewed Christianity
Thematic Explorations of Treasure and Gift Economy in Tolkien's Works
This chapter examines key themes in Tolkien's works, such as chance and hoarding, through the lens of characters like Smaug and Thorin. It contrasts the gift economy of hobbits with the detrimental effects of hoarding, while also analyzing the significance of the Arkenstone in both the narrative and its adaptations.
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