The Fall of Gondolin

Main Ideas

• The struggle between good and evil: the confrontation between Morgoth's forces and the inhabitants of Gondolin.
• Heroism and self-sacrifice: the feats of heroes like Tuor and Eärendil in the fight to save the city.
• Tragedy and the inevitability of the fall: despite the defenders' efforts, Gondolin is doomed to fall.
• The theme of betrayal: Maeglin's betrayal, which leads to the revelation of Gondolin's location to the enemy.
• The importance of hope and faith: even in the darkest times, heroes maintain hope for a better future.
• Mythological legacy: the story of Gondolin as part of the broader mythology of Middle-earth, connected to other works by Tolkien.