The Roots of the Mountains
What is The Roots of the Mountains about?
The Roots of the Mountains (1889) is a sequel to The House of the Wolfings, set in a later period. A mountain community faces a mysterious threat from invaders called the Dusky Men. A young hero must unite scattered tribes to defend their valley homeland. Epic in scope with vivid battle scenes.
Main themes in The Roots of the Mountains
Tribal epic
The presence of tribal epic in The Roots of the Mountains connects readers to its enduring relevance.
Mountain community
Mountain community emerges as a defining element in The Roots of the Mountains, shaping character development.
Invasion
The Roots of the Mountains thoughtfully explores invasion through its central conflicts.
United tribes
In The Roots of the Mountains, united tribes provides a lens for understanding the story's core message.
Why The Roots of the Mountains is still relevant today
A stirring tribal epic with battle scenes that prefigure Tolkien. Morris at his most Norse-saga inspired.
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What is The Roots of the Mountains about?
A mountain community unites tribes to defend against mysterious invaders — an epic sequel to The House of the Wolfings.
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