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The Real-World Inspirations Behind Lord of the Rings

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J. R. R. Tolkien s The Lord of the Rings trilogy and The Hobbit adventure that preceded it are full-fledged mythologies and histories unto themselves, making it a little strange to discuss the impact of real-world mythology and history on Tolkien s saga. But the list of historical references in The Lord of the Rings is long and the impact of influences on his writings, including Norse mythology and Tolkien s own WWI experiences, is undeniable. Tolkien lived through one of the most tumultuous periods in modern history and had a life story of his own worthy of a book or two. Some of what he learned and experienced was bound to influence his writing. On the record, Tolkien was generally shy about admitting direct influences and allegories, but the historical parallels are too obvious to ignore.
Date: 2023-12-15

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Comments and reviews: 8

krrrzzzzzz
Tolkien said himself that Lord of the rings is first and foremost a catholic piece of literature. The importance of Catholicism in his life and work is always left out by leftist/ mainstream media.
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deb6759
What a fabulous job. Thank yoiu.
Now tell the youth that A Modest Proposal by Swift has nothing to do with literal cannibalism. Thank you.
Peace and roses,
Deb the TN Scary Lady
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scottc8277
I mean Gollum also came out this year and that game is oof.
Jokes aside, the books movies, and movie tie in games are some of the best works of fiction out there
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sipperino2974
SUOMI JA KALEVALA MAINITTU! TORILLA TAVATAAN! :D
Didn't realize that Finnish Kalevala epic and language had such an influence on professor Tolkien's writing.
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TheCandiceWang
Glad that you pronounced the professor's name correctly! He is my mentor Lord bless him and all of us whom he's touched with his exceptional stories
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brettpetersen1671
Discuss the OZ books after the death of l. frank baum. Most people I talk to are surprised that there is more than one OZ book.
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ridureyu
The very first time orcs are described in Thr Hobbit, it says that they were industrial and invented many technological engines of war.
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joeyleverton6800
Tolkien stated that he hated allegory and that people shouldn't read too much into his works other than what's there. Go figure.
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