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Following Gandalf explores the profound influence of J. R. R. Tolkien’s Christian perspective on his epic fantasy of Middle Earth. Matthew T. Dickerson examines why Tolkien’s stories remain widely read and admired, arguing that the wisdom and ethics embodied by Gandalf, the hobbits, and their companions offer richer lessons than merely military triumph. The book delves into themes of courage, free will, and determinism as they appear in epic literature and fantasy fiction, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the moral and spiritual dimensions of Tolkien’s world.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: Philosophy/Ethics
Authors: Matthew T. Dickerson
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