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To Defend Of To Correct: Patterns Of Culture In Always Coming Home, Lilliam M. Heldreth

Mythlore: A Journal of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, Charles Williams, and Mythopoeic Literature

Relates Hilgartner and Bartter’s extension of linguistic theory into behavior theory to the cultures of the Kesh and the Condors. Explains their cultural patterns of “image-correction” and “image-defense.” Sees utopian and dystopian elements tempered by realistic views of human nature.

An Inklings Bibliography (36), Joe R. Christopher, Wayne G. Hammond, Pat Allen Hargis

Mythlore: A Journal of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, Charles Williams, and Mythopoeic Literature

No abstract provided.

Growth And Consolation, Glen H. Goodknight

Mythlore: A Journal of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, Charles Williams, and Mythopoeic Literature

No abstract provided.

The Middle-Earth Epic And The Seven Capital Vices, John L. Treloar S.J.

Mythlore: A Journal of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, Charles Williams, and Mythopoeic Literature

Examines Tolkien’s use of habitual evil choices of free beings leading to vices. Defines the seven capital sins more properly as vices, or habitual patterns, based on the work of Thomas Aquinas, and shows how Tolkien used them to give depth and motivation to characters in Middle-earth.

Perpetual Winter In C.S. Lewis And Patricia Mckillip, Margaret Carter

Mythlore: A Journal of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, Charles Williams, and Mythopoeic Literature

Sees a number of plot similarities and intriguing differences between Lewis’s The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe and McKillip’s The Harrowing of the Dragon of Hoarsbreath. The most significant difference is the ambiguous world-view of the latter as regards good and evil and the motivations of the heroes.

Reviews, Paula Disante, Nancy-Lou Patterson, Maria Nikolajeva, Pat Reynolds

Mythlore: A Journal of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, Charles Williams, and Mythopoeic Literature

The 1990 J.R.R. Tolkien Calendar. Illus. by Ted Nasmith. Reviewed by Paula DiSante.

Letters: A Study in Friendship. C.S. Lewis and Don Giovanni Calabria. Reviewed by Nancy-Lou Patterson.

Joseph Campbell, An Introduction. Robert A Segal. Reviewed by Nancy-Lou Patterson.

The Magic Code: The Use of Magical Patterns in Fantasy for Children. Maria Nikolajeva. Reviewed by Pat Reynolds.

Dorothy L. Sayers: A Biography. James Brabazon. Reviewed by Nancy-Lou Patterson.

Mythcon 20 - Mythic Elements In Fantasy, The Mythopoeic Society

Mythcon Programs

The Mythopoeic Conferences - sometimes called "Mythcons" in short - are a unique blend of many creative and intellectual elements, where scholars, fans, and those who just like the literature, come together for both relaxing and stimulating exchange.

J.R.R. Tolkien And The Journey North, Marjorie J. Burns

Mythlore: A Journal of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, Charles Williams, and Mythopoeic Literature

Analyzes the symbolic importance of directions in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. Notes the pervasive Nordic influence in particular, especially in the similar symbolic attributes of North and East.

Golden Chains Of Coincidence: A C.S. Lewis Puzzle Solved And Mystery To Ponder, Kathryn Lindskoog

Mythlore: A Journal of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, Charles Williams, and Mythopoeic Literature

Gives biographical background on the early 20th century evangelist Sundar Singh. Speculates that Singh, well-known in Lewis’s time, is the model for the Sura mentioned in That Hideous Strength.

J.M. Barrie And The Du Mauriers, Rebecca A. Carey

Mythlore: A Journal of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, Charles Williams, and Mythopoeic Literature

Notes the influence of several members of the Du Maurier family on the writings of J.M. Barrie—particularly on Peter Pan.

The Ouroboros Principle: Time And Love In Zimiamvia, Verlyn Fleiger

Mythlore: A Journal of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, Charles Williams, and Mythopoeic Literature

Analyzes the theme of return in A Fish Dinner in Memison, noting its “haunting pattern of I and simultaneity.” Concentrates on the interrelationships of the male/female pairs on Earth and Zimiamvia.

Taking Stock And Going Forward, Glen H. Goodknight

Mythlore: A Journal of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, Charles Williams, and Mythopoeic Literature

No abstract provided.

Lost Tales Of Narnia, Joe R. Christopher

Mythlore: A Journal of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, Charles Williams, and Mythopoeic Literature

No abstract provided.

Innocence And Experience And The Imagination In The World Of Peter Beagle, John Pennington

Mythlore: A Journal of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, Charles Williams, and Mythopoeic Literature

A detailed study of Beagle’s The Last Unicorn, analyzing in particular its metafictional techniques. Notes the Blakean synthesis of opposites achieved by Beagle.

An Inklings Bibliography (35), Joe R. Christopher, Wayne G. Hammond, Pat Allen Hargis

Mythlore: A Journal of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, Charles Williams, and Mythopoeic Literature

For entries 34–41 in this series, Hammond reviews Tolkien titles, Christopher reviews the Lewis material, and Hargis reviews Williams and the other Inklings.

All The World A Druid's Dream, T. Winter-Damon

Mythlore: A Journal of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, Charles Williams, and Mythopoeic Literature

No abstract provided.

La Belle Dame Sans Merci: Cultural Criticism And The Mythopoeic Imagination In George Macdonald's Lilith, Kath Filmer

Mythlore: A Journal of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, Charles Williams, and Mythopoeic Literature

Examines MacDonald’s critique of capitalism in Lilith as well as its spiritual and psychological elements—especially the theme of dying-to-self.

"A Myth For Angle-Land": J.R.R. Tolkien And Creative Mythology, Sarah Beach

Mythlore: A Journal of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, Charles Williams, and Mythopoeic Literature

Examines Tolkien’s desire to create “a mythology for England,” particularly as distinct from Britain. Traces the evolution of the connections between Tolkien’s mythology and Primary World counterparts.

Joseph Campbell: Mythologist, Robert Hauptman

Mythlore: A Journal of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, Charles Williams, and Mythopoeic Literature

An appreciation of Joseph Campbell and his significance to the study of mythology.

Quenti Lambardillion, Paul Nolan Hyde

Mythlore: A Journal of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, Charles Williams, and Mythopoeic Literature

Considers the declension of nouns in Quenya.

Letters, Mary V. Borhek, Paul Nolan Hyde, Darrell Schweitzer, Mary M. Stolzenbach, Kathryn Lindskoog

Mythlore: A Journal of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, Charles Williams, and Mythopoeic Literature

No abstract provided.

Tales Newly Told, Alexei Kondratiev

Mythlore: A Journal of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, Charles Williams, and Mythopoeic Literature

Edgerton, Teresa. Child of Saturn.

Reviews, Wayne G. Hammond, Nancy-Lou Patterson, John D. Rateliff

Mythlore: A Journal of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, Charles Williams, and Mythopoeic Literature

The Return of the Shadow: The History of The Lord of the Rings, Part One. J.R.R. Tolkien. Reviewed by Wayne G. Hammond.

The Taste of the Pineapple: Essays on C.S. Lewis as Reader, Critic, and Imaginative Writer. Bruce L. Edwards, ed. Reviewed by Nancy-Lou Patterson.

The C.S. Lewis Hoax. Kathryn Lindskoog. Reviewed by Nancy-Lou Patterson.

The C.S. Lewis Hoax. Kathryn Lindskoog. Reviewed by John D. Rateliff.

The Hobbit. J.R.R. Tolkien. Reviewed by Wayne G. Hammond.

The Opaque Crystal, Patrick Mcginn

The Mythic Circle

Beneath the austere sun, a spinning cloud of dust rose from the hardpan ground and whipped toward Reget. A chill rippled through him as he watched the gyrating motes coalesce into a towering demon the color of twilight.

The Cause And Effect Of Daydreaming, Laurence Weiner

The Mythic Circle

In a typically large metropolitan area stood a typically large metropolitan insurance building that dwarfed the surrounding buildings to such an extent that the metropolitan area became famous due to the hugeness of one, single metropolitan structure.

Temple Of Bougledesh, Tom Raley

The Mythic Circle

The streets of the city were packed with people, all of whom seemed to be hurriedly going nowhere.

Editorial, Lynn Maudlin, Christine Lowentrout

The Mythic Circle

There are lots of things going on in this world and, in the scheme of things, The Mythic Circle is a very small piece indeed. Still, it consumes more of Ye Olde Edytors’ effort and energy than you might imagine. Just about the same time that I found myself wondering, "why are we doing this, anyway?" while we struggled with overloaded schedules and my temporarily bi-coastal lifestyle (back in Altadena now) -- I’d started talking to Christine about whether we should hang up the gloves and climb out of the ring before we’re punch-drunk- the Mythopoeic Society’s members questionnaire started …

Predictions, John Grey

The Mythic Circle

Light pokes through the sculptured lions atop the battlements,

The Gift Of Sibyl, Owen R. Neill

The Mythic Circle

In a Grecian jar carved holy by Apollo the voice of Sibyl cries to all who ask,

Ulysses To Penelope / Penelope To Ulysses / The Man In The Machine, John Patrick Wall, Elizabeth Hillman

The Mythic Circle

Ulysses to Penelope: When off upon the oceans blue Forever will I think of you Penelope to Ulysses: My wonderous love, no longer roam Return unto your true love’s home The Man In The Machine: The Great Roc flies; I sit on a claw, My arm around the leg