In Search of a National Epic: The use of Old Norse myths in Tolkien's vision of Middle-earth
In this article some aspects of Tolkien’s work with regard to his relationship to folklore and nationalism are presented. It is also argued, contrary to Lauri Honko’s view of literary epics, that pre-literary sources constitute a problem for the creators of literary epics and that their elements can...
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| Type de support: | Électronique Article |
| Langue: | Anglais |
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[2014]
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Approaching religion
Année: 2014, Volume: 4, Numéro: 1, Pages: 25-36 |
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Scandinavian Folklore
B Nationalism B Norse Religion B Norse Mythology B Popular literature B J R R. (John Ronald Reuel) Tolkien, 1892-1973 B Popular Culture B Lauri Honko, 1932-2002 B Epics |
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