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“Tolkien was, I believe, writing about his experience in the First and Second World Wars, where he would have spent a lot of time without any female contact. He was part of the fellowship of men who went to war, and I think, really, that's what he's writing about.”

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Richard Armitage

Richard Armitage is a British actor born on August 22, 1971. He is renowned for his outstanding performances in various television series and films, with his most famous role being Aragorn in 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy. more

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