For a very interesting essay on LotR and Jungian archetypes, look at:
www.crosscurrents.org/tolkien.htm
It's not easy to read at first, but gives a fascinating view of the psychological side of Tolkien's book. I'm looking forward to checking those ideas out at my next rereading of LotR - soon, probably!
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