Episode 82: Lesser-trod Histories 9 - The Return of the Shadow: We love a party
How did Tolkien start writing his epic tale, “The Lord of the Rings”? Join Jude and Stef as they discuss the humble beginnings of the book that became the Fellowship of the Ring in this month’s episode about volume six of the History of Middle-earth, The Return of the Shadow.
We chat specifically about the Foreword by Christopher Tolkien, and dig deep into the first chapter, The Long-Expected Party!
How did Tolkien start writing his epic tale, “The Lord of the Rings”? Join Jude and Stef as they discuss the humble beginnings of the book that became the Fellowship of the Ring in this month’s episode about volume six of the History of Middle-earth, The Return of the Shadow.
We chat specifically about the Foreword by Christopher Tolkien, and dig deep into the first chapter, The Long-Expected Party!
Citations
Tolkien, J. R. R. The Return of the Shadow: The History of The Lord of the Rings, Part One. Ed. Christopher Tolkien. The History of Middle-earth: Vol. 6. Unwin Hyman, London, 1988.
