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1 author picked Tolkien's Theology of Beauty as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

I am fascinated by the contradictions of Tolkien’s women and by the tension between Christian and pagan in his writing.

This book is particularly valuable for its explication of Tolkien’s integration of Marian and Valkyrie imagery, resulting in female characters of transcendental beauty and heroism. And the writing is absorbing and informative.

From Janet's list on adventure in the Tolkien criticism.

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