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The Fall of Gondolin: A Comprehensive Guide to Tolkien’s First Great Narrative
"The Fall of Gondolin is the narrative chronicle of the destruction of the secret Elven kingdom of Gondolin by the Dark Lord Morgoth. Written by J.R.R. Tolkien, it represents one of the "Three Great Tales" of the Elder Days, detailing the city's betrayal, its epic siege, and the escape of the survivors who would eventually lead to the salvation of Middle-earth. As of 2026, the story remains a cornerstone of high-fantasy literature, studied both for its internal mythological importance and its role as the very first story J.R.R. Tolkien wrote about Middle-earth. Originally drafted in 1916–1917 while Tolkien was recovering from the Battle of the..."
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