Abstract
Examines polarized reactions to The Lord of the Rings as both a pro-war and pacifistic work. Sees it as much more balanced, showing Tolkien believed war to sometimes be necessary but peace to be preferable, and mercy to be important above all.
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Recommended Citation
Scott, Nan C.
(1972)
"War and Pacifism in The Lord of the Rings,"
Tolkien Journal: Vol. 5:
Iss.
1, Article 9.
Available at:
https://dc.swosu.edu/tolkien_journal/vol5/iss1/9
