Themes of Lord of the Rings

J.R.R. Tolkien was one of the most beloved writers of all time. His works of art have often been said to surpass everything in literature with the exception of the Bible. In his novels the reader is kept captivated with story after story and enthralled by the mythical wonder and greatness of his books. For my independent study project I have chosen to study his famous novel, The Lord of the Rings. More …

…the ring. We also see a Christlike figure in the great warrior Boromir who, though he is not a peaceful man, gives his life so that Merry and Pippin may be spared from death. So these are a few of the very basic themes that I have found thus far in my study of The Fellowship of the Ring. Indeed, I believe there are many more themes to be found other than that already found.