Utopian and dystopian themes in Tolkien's legendarium /
This book explores how Tolkien's utopian and dystopian themes inspire and remain relevant to modern readers. It examines how Tolkien's malevolent societies in his legendarium have the unique ability to capture the fears and doubts that many people sense about the trajectory of modern socie...
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| Format: | Book |
| Language: | English |
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Lanham, Maryland :
Lexington Books,
[2020]
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| Summary: | This book explores how Tolkien's utopian and dystopian themes inspire and remain relevant to modern readers. It examines how Tolkien's malevolent societies in his legendarium have the unique ability to capture the fears and doubts that many people sense about the trajectory of modern society. |
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| Physical Description: | vii, 195 pages ; 24 cm. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references (pages 185-187) and index. |
| ISBN: | 9781498598675 1498598676 |