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On Wingless Balrogs and Tom Bombadil
Episode 5
An informal podcast Q&A, in which the Tolkien Professor discusses his views on the winglessness of Balrogs and the identity of Tom Bombadil
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Published on 16 years, 3 months ago
At the Roots of the Mountain
Episode 4
The Hobbit Series Lecture 3, in which we come to the turning point of Bilbo's career. Containing a discussion of orcs and a careful reading of the Gollum encounter, riddle by riddle. Text: Chapters…
Published on 16 years, 4 months ago
The Ridiculous and the Sublime
Episode 3
The Hobbit Series Lecture 2, in which I look at the beginning of Bilbo's burlarious career and examine the natures of trolls and elves. Text: Chapters 2 and 3, "Roast Mutton" and "A Short Rest"
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Published on 16 years, 4 months ago
Took and Baggins
Episode 2
The Hobbit Series Lecture 1, in which I examine how Tolkien introduces his fantasy world through his flustered little protagonist. Text: Chapter 1, "An Unexpected Party"
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Published on 16 years, 4 months ago
How to Read Tolkien and Why
Episode 1
The Intro Lecture, in which I discuss Tolkien's understanding of the nature and importance of storytelling. Primary Text: Tolkien's essay "On Fairy-Stories"
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Published on 16 years, 4 months ago