The Lord of the Rings trilogy by J.R.R. Tolkien is a highly influential work of fantasy literature that has inspired countless debates and discussions among fans. Here are five plot points in the series that remain unresolved:
- The nature of Frodo and Sam’s relationship: Some readers consider Frodo and Sam’s relationship as being solely platonic, while others think it has romantic overtones.
- Women’s place in the narrative: Some readers feel that the series’ female characters are underrepresented and given insufficient agency, while others contend that the female characters are significant and well-developed.
- The series’ treatment of race and ethnicity has drawn criticism from some readers, while supporters of the series claim that it was relatively progressive for its time.
- The conclusion of the story: While some fans find the conclusion of the series to be unduly simplistic and cheerful, others find the tone to be comforting.
- Some readers find the violence and warfare depiction to be excessive and gratuitous, while others say that it is essential to the plot and is employed in a meaningful way.
These are just a few examples of the many plot points in The Lord of the Rings that have been debated by fans. Would this be your top 5?