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The 3rd Conference On Middle-earth, Part 2 solicits papers, paper proposals, and panel proposals from scholars interested in any aspect of The Worlds of J. R.R. Tolkien.

C.O.M.E. to Middle-earth! It is time to get together at the Green Dragon for a nosh and a natter.

Elen síla lúmenn' omentielvo!

29 & 30 March 2014
Westford Regency Inn & Conference Center, Westford, MA, USA

Topics: J.R.R. Tolkien, his works, works based on Tolkien and his works, criticism, teaching Tolkien in the classroom, the books’ impact on oneself and/or the world, the films & the film industry, the music, the art, the fannish side of this universe and its impact, and anything you can imagine on topic. For examples of previous papers and panels, see the programming for the previous conventions, listed on the website, 3rdcome.org .

A few areas We wouldn't mind seeing covered:

The impact of The Hobbit & TLOTR on 1960s & 1970s popular music.
The visions of Middle-earth through art.
The astronomy of Middle-earth. [When is Durin's Day?]
The geography of Middle-earth.
The geology of Middle-earth.
The flora & fauna of Middle-earth.
The clothing of Middle-earth both from the books and the films.
The food of Middle-earth.
The poetry and songs of Middle-earth.

Only members of The 3rd Conference On Middle-earth, Part 2 will be able to present & participate. Once papers and proposals have been accepted, the presenter/panelist will need to join the conference (the sooner the better, before rates go up), if they are not already members. If an author can not be present, then arrangements can be made for the paper to be read. However, the author must be a member of The 3rd Conference On Middle-earth, Part 2.

Paper Proposal: Please email a 250 word abstract (Maximum reading time for the finished paper is 20 minutes, roughly 2000 words, tho it can be less.) including the presentation title, your name, mailing address, phone number, and e-mail address. The receipt of proposal will be confirmed by e-mail.

Panel Proposal: Please email the panel name and a 250 word abstract. Please include the panel title, the panel chair (who may be one of the presenters), mailing address, phone number, and e-mail address of each presenter. The receipt of proposal will be confirmed by e-mail.

E-Mail Submissions To: programming@3rdCOME.org

Submissions: The 3rd Conference On Middle-earth, Part 2, will accept submissions Beginning immediately and going through Tuesday, 31 December 2013, FA. Participation is limited. Submissions may close early.

Nota bene: Confirmation of receipt of submissions does not guarantee acceptance for presentation or panel.

For More Conference Details Visit Our Web Site: www.3rdCOME.org