O feminino enjaulado em O Senhor dos Anéis: um olhar sobre a personagem Éowyn

Thaïs de Matos Barbosa; Romário Evangelista Fernandes

doi:10.15448/1984-7726.2025.1.47047

Authors

Thaïs de Matos Barbosa State University of Paraíba (UEPB), João Pessoa, Paraíba, Brazil. https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6655-1409
Romário Evangelista Fernandes State University of Paraíba (UEPB), João Pessoa, Paraíba, Brazil https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8459-1212

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15448/1984-7726.2025.1.47047

Keywords:

The Lord of the Rings, Eowyn, Tolkien

Abstract

J.R.R. Tolkien is known for his influential works in fantasy literature, such as The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, which comprise his vast legendarium. This fictional universe addresses a diverse range of themes, including conflicts between good and evil, sacrifice, friendship, and free will. Although dominated by male characters, such as Frodo, Gandalf, Aragorn, and others, the presence of significant female figures, such as Éowyn, is crucial to the depth of the narrative. Éowyn, in particular, challenges gender conventions by aiming for an active role in the War of the Ring, symbolizing courage and determination. However, her representation also reveals an underlying tension, highlighting the limitations of gender equality within the Tolkienian universe. This study seeks to explore Éowyn's complex role in Tolkien's work, offering a critical analysis that examines both her narrative importance and the broader issues related to gender representation. In doing so, it aims to contribute to a deeper understanding of Tolkien's work through this character.

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Author Biographies

Thaïs de Matos Barbosa, State University of Paraíba (UEPB), João Pessoa, Paraíba, Brazil.

Graduated in Letters (Portuguese and English) and Administration, Master's degree in Administration from UFPB. PhD in Religious Studies from the Federal University of Paraíba and substitute professor in the Letters course at the State University of Paraíba (UEPB – campus III). CAPES scholarship recipient.

Romário Evangelista Fernandes, State University of Paraíba (UEPB), João Pessoa, Paraíba, Brazil

He holds a degree in Religious Studies from UERN and a master's degree in Religious Studies from UFPB. Currently, he is a doctoral candidate in the Postgraduate Program in Religious Studies at the Federal University of Paraíba. He is a CAPES scholarship recipient.

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