Gianfranco de Turris Ordre des livres (chronologique)

An intimate portrait of Evola and his wartime activities that rebuts many of the Fascist pseudo-myths about him--

This world-first publication reveals a previously unknown work by J.R.R. Tolkien, chronicling the final days of England's legendary hero, King Arthur. Tolkien's only foray into Arthurian legends showcases his mastery of Old English alliterative metre, imbuing the narrative with a profound sense of fate and gravity. The poem explores Arthur's overseas expedition to distant lands, Guinevere's escape from Camelot, and the climactic sea-battle upon Arthur's return, alongside the treachery of Mordred and Lancelot's inner turmoil in France. Although Tolkien began this ambitious narrative in the early 1930s and shared it with a friend who urged him to complete it, he ultimately abandoned it, likely around 1937, coinciding with the publication of The Hobbit and the early stages of The Lord of the Rings. In a 1955 letter, he expressed hope to finish the poem, but that aspiration remained unfulfilled. Accompanying the text are numerous manuscript pages revealing the poem's evolving structure, along with narrative synopses and intriguing notes that hint at connections between the Arthurian tale and The Silmarillion, as well as the unresolved love story of Lancelot and Guinevere.

No idea is as absurd as the notion of progress, which, along with the belief in modern civilization's superiority, has distorted history and ingrained harmful myths. To grasp the essence of Tradition versus modern civilization, one must understand the doctrine of two natures: the physical and metaphysical realms, the mortal and immortal natures, and the superior realm of “being” contrasted with the inferior realm of “becoming.” This current civilization has brought restlessness, dissatisfaction, and an insatiable desire for more, leaving individuals feeling inadequate and powerless. While modern civilization may fade, it is not unique in its extinction; cycles of rise and fall are part of existence. Julius Evola critically examines the spiritual and cultural malaise within Western civilization, challenging the notion of progress and exposing the hollowness of consumerism and individualism. His analysis delves into the deeper causes undermining higher values and traditions foundational to Western culture. He aligns with Hindu philosophy, viewing history as cyclical, and advocates for revolt against the materialism of the modern age. Through a comprehensive study of Western civilization's structures, myths, and traditions, Evola confronts readers with unsettling truths about contemporary life. A controversial thinker, Evola's works explore ancient civilizations and esoteric traditions, revealing profound insights into the human