Tolkien's ordinary virtues
Subtitle: exploring the spiritual themes of The lord of the rings
By: Mark Eddy Smith.
Publisher: InterVarsity Press
Published: 2002
Place of publication: Downers Grove, Ill
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 141
ISBN-13: 9780830823123
Subjects: Tolkien, J. R. R. 1892-1973.; Tolkien, J. R. R. 1892-1973 -- Religion.; Christianity and literature -- England -- History -- 20th century.; Christian fiction, English -- History and criticism.; Fantasy fiction, English -- History and criticism.; Middle Earth (Imaginary place); Spiritual life in literature.; Virtue in literature.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. [143])
Table of contents: title: Introduction; title: Part one : Ordinary virtues.; title: Simplicity; title: Generosity; title: Friendship; title: Hospitality; title: Faith; title: Part two : A good beginning.; title: Perspective; title: Community; title: Sacrifice; title: Wonder; title: Temptation; title: Failure; title: Part three : A new beginning.; title: Atonement; title: Suffering; title: Resurrection; title: Humility; title: Providence; title: Part four : Help unlooked-for.; title: Trust; title: Trustworthiness; title: Wisdom; title: Hope; title: Imagination; title: Part five : The good fight.; title: Submission; title: Stewardship; title: Courage; title: Mirth; title: Foolishness; title: Part six : The road goes ever on and on.; title: Perseverance; title: Celebration; title: Justice; title: Love; title: Conclusion