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225. J.R.R. Tolkien

The Rest Is History

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A Love Forbidden: The Early Romance of a Literary Giant

This chapter explores the early life of a renowned literary figure, focusing on his intense first love with a talented girl named Edith amidst strict societal constraints. It also discusses how Arthurian literature shaped his romantic ideals and future perceptions of love.

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