Published Dec 13, 2023
The Hobbit Virtues
Explore the virtues of fellowship, courage, and mercy in Tolkien's Middle-earth as medieval scholar Christopher Snyder delves into how J.R.R. Tolkien's academic background influenced his narratives, revealing deep moral lessons and the transformative power of ordinary heroism.
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