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Wombs, Wizards, And Wisdom: Bilbo's Journey From Childhood In The Hobbit, Rory W. Collins
Wombs, Wizards, And Wisdom: Bilbo's Journey From Childhood In The Hobbit, Rory W. Collins
Crossing Borders: A Multidisciplinary Journal of Undergraduate Scholarship
In The Hobbit, J. R. R. Tolkien constructs middle-aged Bilbo Baggins as a sheltered and emotionally immature ‘child’ during the opening chapters before tracing his development into an autonomous, self-aware adult as the tale progresses. This article examines Tolkien’s novel qua bildungsroman through both a literary lens—considering setting, dialogue, and symbolism, among other techniques—and via a psychological framework, emphasizing an Eriksonian conception of development. Additionally, Peter Jackson’s three-part film adaptation of The Hobbit is discussed throughout with ways that Jackson succeeds and fails at portraying Bilbo’s childlike attributes noted. I argue that Tolkien presents a sophisticated account of Bilbo’s …
Woman As Contender For The United States Presidency: A Look At The Movie, "The Contender", Ibpp Editor
Woman As Contender For The United States Presidency: A Look At The Movie, "The Contender", Ibpp Editor
International Bulletin of Political Psychology
This article explores whether the movie, "The Contender," supports the viability of a woman for the presidency of the United States.
Why Bulworth Is Bullfull, Ibpp Editor
Why Bulworth Is Bullfull, Ibpp Editor
International Bulletin of Political Psychology
This article reviews the film Bulworth and uncovers its politically conservative messages.