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Mgr. Kayhan Kafalier

Master's thesis

An Exploration of ‘Orientalism’ within J. R. R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings

An Exploration of ‘Orientalism’ within J. R. R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings
Abstract:
This thesis will offer a reading of J. R. R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings through the theoretical lens of Postcolonialism. To provide a literary background, the book will be compared with works of Classical literature; examining their similarities with The Lord of the Rings and tracing their legacy within Tolkien’s work. To further develop the critical analysis through postcolonial theory, influence …more
Abstract:
This thesis will offer a reading of J. R. R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings through the theoretical lens of Postcolonialism. To provide a literary background, the book will be compared with works of Classical literature; examining their similarities with The Lord of the Rings and tracing their legacy within Tolkien’s work. To further develop the critical analysis through postcolonial theory, influence …more
 

Keywords

Tolkien Said Orientalism Postcolonial East/West dichotomy Classical literature Epic
 
Language used: English
Date on which the thesis was submitted / produced: 4. 6. 2021
Identifier: https://is.muni.cz/th/gnid8/

Thesis defence

  • Date of defence: 30. 6. 2021
  • Supervisor: B.A. Jeffrey Alan Vanderziel
  • Reader: doc. Mgr. Janka Kaščáková, PhD.

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English Language and Literature / English Language and Literature

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