…hat functions on a symbolic level, using fictional (and sometimes supernatural) events to help us understand our own deepest real fears.” (King, 2011). Intentionally exposing oneself to fearful situations is, on its face, a peculiar phenomenon. An empirically supported explanatio…

…o identify many literary and topological antecedents for characters, places and events in Tolkien's writings. Some writers were important to him, including the Arts and Crafts polymath William Morris , [ 128 ] and he undoubtedly made use of some real place-names, such as Bag End,…