07 Sep

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The Nature of Middle-Earth: A Journey into Tolkien’s Imagination As someone who has immersed myself in Tolkien’s vast universe—having tackled all 12 "History of Middle-earth" books, the two-part "History of the Hobbit," and now The Nature of Middle-Earth—I felt an irresistible pull to dive into this latest release. It’s as if I’ve passed an elaborate test set within the pages of Arda: I will diminish, and go into the West and remain Mitchell, a devoted traveler on this literary journey. Tolkien’s writings, always a feast for the imagination, unfold...

17 Aug

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Discovering the Enchantment of Classical Mythology A to Z When I first stumbled upon Classical Mythology A to Z: An Encyclopedia of Gods & Goddesses, I decided to enter the Goodreads giveaway with a spark of curiosity and a pinch of chance. My relationship with classical mythology has always been more of a casual affair, marked by enjoyment rather than scholarly depth. Little did I know that this stunning hardcover by Anne B. Dumas would quickly become an essential reference guide on my literary shelf. From the very first page,...

01 Jun

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Book Review: Origins of The Wheel of Time: The Legends and Mythologies From the moment I pressed play on the audiobook of Origins of The Wheel of Time: The Legends and Mythologies, I was transported into a world I thought I knew intimately. Authored by Michael Livingston, this exploration of Robert Jordan’s groundbreaking series was a treat for any fan, every bit as spellbinding as the original novels. I found myself hanging on every word, so much so that before I finished, I was already Googling where to buy...