A different kind of literary discussion
JRR Tolkien never turned the Silmarillion into much more than a plot synopsis, and it's possible he never meant to. Alan and Shawn are correcting that. They dig into the terse sentences, and expand them out by extracting context from the less-accessible parts of the history of Middle Earth. In a way, they're reading the book that I wish Tolkien had written, not the one I read.Read full review »
Joe Mnbvcxz via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/21/16
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An amazing journey so far, thrilled to think that there is so much more to come. An incredibly comprehensive podcast, brilliantly examining the work of Tolkien with extraordinary knowledge, emotion and humour.
Guinness Please via · 06/05/17
An incredible take on Tolkien's work while being fun. Not at ever a dull moment. The excitement about the text is contagious. Would give more stars if possible.Read full review »
JRnMO via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/31/17
Alan and Shawn keep it conversational and funny while staying on task to cover the readings deeply and insightfully. I have read The Silmarillion about 15 times and I am getting new things out of every episode! These guys are knowledgeable and thoughful. I also think they cover the material in...Read full review »
TrackerTrotter via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/11/17
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