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Tolkien And The Great War
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'To Be Caught In Youth By 1914 Was No Less Hideous An Experience Than In 1939... By 1918 All But One Of My Close Friends Were Dead.'So J.R.R. Tolkien Responded To Critics Who Saw The Lord Of The Rings As A Reaction To The Second World War. Tolkien And The Great War Tells For The First Time The Full Story Of How He Embarked On The Creation Of Middleearth In His Youth As The World Around Him Was Plunged Into Catastrophe.Drawing On Tolkien'S Personal Papers, This Major Biography Reveals The Horror And Heroism That He Experienced As A Signals Officer In The Battle Of The Somme And Introduces The Circle Of Close Friends Who Spurred His Mythology Into Life. John Garth Argues That The Experience Of The First World War Is Key To Middleearth'S Enduring Power, And That Tolkien Used His Mythic Imagination To Reflect The Cataclysm Of His Generation, Reshaping A Literary Tradition That Resonates To This Day.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Tolkien and the Great War'? A: The main theme of 'Tolkien and the Great War' is the exploration of J.R.R. Tolkien's wartime experiences during World War I and how these experiences influenced his life and writing, particularly in the creation of Middle-earth.
- Q: Who is the author of this biography? A: The author of 'Tolkien and the Great War' is John Garth.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 398 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on April 28, 2011.
- Q: In what format is 'Tolkien and the Great War' available? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone who is not familiar with Tolkien's work? A: Yes, 'Tolkien and the Great War' provides context about J.R.R. Tolkien's life and influences, making it accessible to readers who may not be familiar with his works.
- Q: Does the book include any historical context about World War I? A: Yes, the book details the historical context of World War I and its impact on Tolkien, offering insights into the experiences that shaped his writing.
- Q: What makes this biography different from others about Tolkien? A: This biography is noted for being the first substantially new exploration of Tolkien's life since 1977, providing meticulous research from his personal wartime papers and various other sources.
- Q: Are there any notable events from Tolkien's life discussed in the book? A: Yes, the book discusses significant events, including Tolkien's experiences as a signals officer at the Battle of the Somme and the loss of close friends during the war.
- Q: Can this book be considered an academic resource? A: Yes, 'Tolkien and the Great War' is meticulously researched, making it a valuable resource for both academic study and general readers interested in Tolkien's life and works.