books
The second story of fantasy worlds
Tolkien’s “The Lord of the Rings” is among the most famous examples of a secondary world, with Tolkien himself having coined the term. But beyond providing a backdrop for his books, Tolkien’s vast library of encyclopedic appendices presents a continuous narrative of Middle Earth’s fictional history. Read More
media
Are film and literature playing into the rise of American political violence?
When tackling a problem as complex and deep-rooted as political violence, we must understand all the factors at play. Read More