"The road goes ever on and on": Commemorating J.R.R. Tolkien (1892-1973) | School of Arts and Humanities of the University of Lisbon | May 23-26, 2023

"The road goes ever on and on": Commemorating J.R.R. Tolkien (1892-1973)

May 23-26, 2023
Amphitheatre III (Room A201)
School of Arts and Humanities
University of Lisbon

“The Road goes ever on and on: Commemorating J.R.R. Tolkien (1892-1973)” sets to celebrate the works of Tolkien, 50 years after the author’s death. It will bring together scholars, fans, and enthusiasts to explore the rich and complex world of Middle-earth, as well as Tolkien’s wider literary and cultural legacy. In addition to the keynote speeches, the conference will also offer a range of other activities and events. These will include an exhibition, a trivia quiz, a tabletop Roleplaying session, film showings, round tables, and vocal performances accompanied by readings from The Hobbit and The Lord of The Rings.

Organizing Committee:
Angélica Varandas (CEAUL/ULICES)
André Simões (CEC-ULisboa)
José Varandas (CH-ULisboa)
Nuno Simões Rodrigues (CH-ULisboa)
Miguel Andrade (CEAUL/ULICES)
​Patrícia Sá (CEComp-ULisboa)
Tomás Vicente Ferreira (Yerevan State University​/ULisboa)
David Mesquita (CEC-ULisboa)
Alexis F. Viegas (CEComp-ULisboa)
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​Organization
Centre for History of the University of Lisbon 
University of Lisbon Centre for English Studies
​Centre for Classical Studies of the University of Lisbon