This book is likely to change your perspective on how you read and/or think about Tolkien. Tho
ugh the book would be in the genre of literary criticism, it rarely feels like it. It's easy to read, interesting, applicable, and engaging every step of the way. It considers Tolkien's books in the light of linguistic influence, European mythology, perceptions of evil, Christianity, and even literary modernism. For Tolkien lovers, this book is an enlightening experience. For those who find little meaning in fantasy novels, don't consider "The Lord of the Rings" high literature, or generally under appreciate Tolkien as one of the 20th century's greatest authors, it will in the least force you to pause and reconsider.
Genre: Literary Criticism
ugh the book would be in the genre of literary criticism, it rarely feels like it. It's easy to read, interesting, applicable, and engaging every step of the way. It considers Tolkien's books in the light of linguistic influence, European mythology, perceptions of evil, Christianity, and even literary modernism. For Tolkien lovers, this book is an enlightening experience. For those who find little meaning in fantasy novels, don't consider "The Lord of the Rings" high literature, or generally under appreciate Tolkien as one of the 20th century's greatest authors, it will in the least force you to pause and reconsider.Genre: Literary Criticism
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