Ebook: The Hobbit and philosophy: for when you've lost your dwarves, your wizard, and your way
Author: William Irwin, Eric Bronson
- Tags: Filozofia--w literaturze, Śródziemie (miejsce fikcyjne), Tolkien J. R. R. -- (1892-1973) -- filozofia, Tolkien J. R. R. -- (1892-1973). -- Hobbit, Filozofia -- w literaturze
- Year: 2012
- Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
- City: Hoboken
- Language: English
- epub
A philosophical exploration of J.R.R. Tolkien's beloved classic--just in time for the December 2012 release of Peter Jackson's new film adaptation, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey
J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit is one of the best-loved fantasy books of all time and the enchanting "prequel" to The Lord of the Rings. With the help of some of history's great philosophers, this book ponders a host of deep questions raised in this timeless tale, such as: Are adventures simply "nasty, disturbing, uncomfortable things" that "make you late for dinner," or are they exciting and potentially life-changing events? What duties do friends have to one another? Should mercy be extended even to those who deserve to die?
- Gives you new insights into The Hobbit's central characters, including Bilbo Baggins, Gandalf, Gollum, and Thorin and their exploits,...
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