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War and the Works of J.R.R. Tolkien by Janet B. Croft (English) Hardcover Book
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- Book Title
- War and the Works of J.R.R. Tolkien
- ISBN
- 9780313325922
- Publication Name
- War and the Works of J. R. R. Tolkien
- Item Length
- 9.2in
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing USA
- Series
- Contributions to the Study of Science Fiction and Fantasy Ser.
- Publication Year
- 2004
- Type
- Textbook
- Format
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Item Height
- 0.5in
- Item Width
- 6.1in
- Item Weight
- 15.7 Oz
- Number of Pages
- 192 Pages
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J.R.R. Tolkien, one of the world's most beloved authors, was a World War I signaling officer who survived the Battle of the Somme, and two of his sons served during World War II. Such experiences and events led Tolkien to a complex attitude toward war and military leadership, the themes of which find their way into his most important writings. His fiction, criticism, and letters demonstrate a range of attitudes that would change over the course of his life. In the end, his philosophy on human nature and evil, and the inevitability of conflict, would appear to be pragmatic and rational, if regretful and pessimistic. Croft explores the different aspect of Tolkien's relationship with war both in his life and in his work from the early Book of Lost Tales to his last story Smith of Wootten Major , and concentrating on his greatest and most well-known works The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings . This valuable consideration of war in the life of Tolkien is essential reading for all readers interested in deepening their understanding of this great writer.
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Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN-10
0313325928
ISBN-13
9780313325922
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Publication Name
War and the Works of J. R. R. Tolkien
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Series
Contributions to the Study of Science Fiction and Fantasy Ser.
Publication Year
2004
Type
Textbook
Number of Pages
192 Pages
Dimensions
Item Length
9.2in
Item Height
0.5in
Item Width
6.1in
Item Weight
15.7 Oz
Additional Product Features
Series Volume Number
No. 106
Number of Volumes
1 Vol.
Lc Classification Number
Pr6039
Reviews
"[C]roft demonstrates that to lodge Tolkien's writings squarely in the genre of war literature is to overlook the complexity and ambiguity in his depictions of the epic struggle between good and evil....Croft makes a convincing case for Tolkien's complex and highly inconsistent perspectives on war. Close readings, a comparison with Jackson's films, biographical background, and studies of working drafts bolster Croft's conclusions....Clearly written and extensively researched, this informative book makes an important contribution to Tolkien studies. Highly recommended. Lower-division undergraduates through faculty; general readers."- Choice, "[C]roft's book is a welcome addition to the debate on the interface between Tolkien's art and the modern world, enlarging our view of the influence of his war experiences, and reminding us that therein lies a major factor in his contemporary appeal." Tolkien Studies, "War and the Works of J.R.R. Tolkien presents a comprehensive and successful attempt by Janet Croft to investigate the influence of the two World Wars on the work of J.R.R. Tolkien as well as his attitudes to war." Inklings, "[C]roft's book is a welcome addition to the debate on the interface between Tolkien's art and the modern world, enlarging our view of the influence of his war experiences, and reminding us that therein lies a major factor in his contemporary appeal."- Tolkien Studies, "[C]roft demonstrates that to lodge Tolkien's writings squarely in the genre of war literature is to overlook the complexity and ambiguity in his depictions of the epic struggle between good and evil....Croft makes a convincing case for Tolkien's complex and highly inconsistent perspectives on war. Close readings, a comparison with Jackson's films, biographical background, and studies of working drafts bolster Croft's conclusions....Clearly written and extensively researched, this informative book makes an important contribution to Tolkien studies. Highly recommended. Lower-division undergraduates through faculty; general readers." Choice, "War and the Works of J.R.R. Tolkien presents a comprehensive and successful attempt by Janet Croft to investigate the influence of the two World Wars on the work of J.R.R. Tolkien as well as his attitudes to war."- Inklings
Table of Content
Acknowledgements Introduction The Great War and Tolkien's Memory World War I Themes in The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings World War II: "The Young Parish and the Old Linger, Withering" Military Leaders and Leadership "The Dull Backwaters of the Art of Killing": Training, Tactics, Strategy, and Battlefield Communication "War Must Be, While We Defend Our Lives": Philosophy, Pathology and Conclusions Works Cited Index About the Author
Copyright Date
2004
Topic
Science Fiction & Fantasy, Subjects & Themes / Historical events, General, European / English, Irish, Scottish, Welsh
Lccn
2003-060425
Dewey Decimal
828/.91209
Intended Audience
College Audience
Dewey Edition
22
Genre
Literary Criticism
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