A hobbit, a wardrobe, and a great war : how J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis rediscovered faith, friendship, and heroism in the cataclysm of 1914-1918 / Joseph Loconte.
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TextPublisher: [Place of publication not identified] : Nelson Books, an imprint of Thomas Nelson [2017]Copyright date: ©2015Description: xix, 235 pages : illustrations ; 22 cmContent type: - text
- unmediated
- volume
- 9780718091453
- 0718091450
- 0718021762
- 9780718021764
- Lewis, C. S. (Clive Staples), 1898-1963 -- Criticism and interpretation
- Lewis, C. S. (Clive Staples), 1898-1963 -- Religion
- Tolkien, J. R. R. (John Ronald Reuel), 1892-1973 -- Criticism and interpretation
- Tolkien, J. R. R. (John Ronald Reuel), 1892-1973 -- Religion
- Literature and society -- England -- History -- 20th century
- English literature -- 20th century -- History and criticism
- World War, 1914-1918 -- Literature and the war
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Had there been no Great War, there would have been no Hobbit, no Lord of the Rings, no Narnia--perhaps even no conversion to Christianity by C.S. Lewis.
Discover the untold story of how the First World War shaped the lives, faith, and writings of J. R. R. Tolkien and C. S. Lewis in A Hobbit, a Wardrobe, and a Great War by Joseph Loconte. This thought-provoking book delves into the profound impact of World War I on J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis, illuminating how the horrors of the Western Front shaped their faith and the timeless tales of Middle-earth and Narnia. Witness how the Great War not only tested their faith but also ignited their remarkable Christian imaginations. Unlike many of their contemporaries who lost faith amidst the chaos, Tolkien and Lewis used their experiences to infuse their epic stories with themes of guilt and grace, sorrow and consolation. Their works offered a beacon of hope in a world scarred by doubt and disillusionment. In A Hobbit, a Wardrobe, and a Great War you will: ol]:!pt-0 [&> ol]:!pb-0 [&> ul]:!pt-0 [&> ul]:!pb-0" value="1"> Learn how World War I uniquely shaped the lives, faith, and writing of J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis. ol]:!pt-0 [&> ol]:!pb-0 [&> ul]:!pt-0 [&> ul]:!pb-0" value="2"> Gain a deeper understanding of how the Great War influenced some of the most beloved literary works ever created. ol]:!pt-0 [&> ol]:!pb-0 [&> ul]:!pt-0 [&> ul]:!pb-0" value="3"> Benefit from historian Joseph Loconte's profound knowledge and passion for the works of Tolkien and Lewis. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the fascinating intersection of history, faith, and literature. Read A Hobbit, a Wardrobe, and a Great War today and embark on a journey that will deepen your appreciation for these literary giants and their extraordinary legacy.Includes bibliographical references (pages 203-226) and index.
The funeral of a great myth -- The last battle -- In a hole in the ground there lived a hobbit -- The lion, the witch, and the war -- The land of shadow -- That hideous strength -- The return of the king.
"The untold story of how the first world war shaped the lives, faith, and writings of J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis"--Amazon.com.