Paul E. Kerry

The Ring and the Cross

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ISBN 13:
9781611476200
author:
Paul E. Kerry
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Fairleigh Dickinson University Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2013
Pages:
310
Dimensions:
22.8 x 15.2 x 2.3 centimetres (0
Genre:
Fiction & Literature, Fantasy, Historical,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 5 working days
£65.05

Description

The Ring and the Cross: A Study of Christianity in J.R.R. Tolkien's Works. This collection of essays provides a comprehensive analysis of the influence of Christianity on J.R.R. Tolkien's writings, with particular focus on his Roman Catholicism and its role in shaping The Lord of the Rings. The contributors offer insightful perspectives on the various interpretations and debates surrounding this topic, providing a nuanced understanding of Tolkien's oeuvre. Through a chronological examination of the major arguments and themes, The Ring and the Cross invites readers to engage with the subject matter and draw their own conclusions about the relationship between Christianity and Tolkien's works. This book is an essential resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike, offering a thoughtful exploration of a topic that has fascinated audiences since the publication of The Lord of the Rings. By exploring the intersection of faith and fiction, The Ring and the Cross offers a rich and thought-provoking study of J.R.R. Tolkien's Roman Catholicism and its impact on his writing.

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