Publication Date

Fall 12-4-2024

School

College of Arts and Sciences

Major

English

Keywords

J. R. R. Tolkien, Inklings, Myth, Literature, C. S. Lewis, Fantasy, Christian literature, Reading, Books, Genre, Writing

Disciplines

Children's and Young Adult Literature | Christianity | Fiction | Literature in English, British Isles | Literature in English, North America | Modern Literature | Reading and Language

Abstract

The Inklings wrote with the intention to convey truth through myth. C. S. Lewis and J. R. R. Tolkien and their friends developed stories to point readers to something greater—very often God. Christian creators now can look to their example while writing their own works of art. Currently, Christian fiction is in a sad state, known for mediocre romance novels that hardly portray faith in a moving or truthful manner. Believers can use the wisdom of Tolkien and Lewis to develop their own excellent works. Lewis and Tolkien’s beliefs in myth pointing to God, hope against adversity, and good resisting evil should serve as an inspiration for writers today. This thesis will apply the beliefs of C. S. Lewis and J. R. R. Tolkien by showcasing a piece of mythopoeic fiction which I have written.

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