Sidecast - LOTR: Wrap Up of The Fellowship of the Ring
Published on Jul 10, 2025, 7:00:00 AM
Total time: 00:32:46
Published on Jul 10, 2025, 7:00:00 AM
Total time: 00:32:46
In this special Sidecast episode, Julia Golding revisits some of the most engaging moments from an author’s journey through The Fellowship of the Ring. From the confusion and peril of Weathertop to the hidden histories unearthed in Rivendell and the forging of great swords and alliances, we take a look back at some of the highlights of Tolkien’s storytelling craft through the eyes of an experienced writer.
Listen in as we celebrate the wonder, complexity, and humanity woven into every chapter—and take a brief respite before embarking on the next leg of the journey in The Two Towers.
(00:05) Reflections on Lord of the Rings
(13:56) Unveiling History and Establishing Alliances
(20:14) The Fellowship's Journey Begins
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