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The fellowship of the ring
Book • 1954
In this epic novel, Frodo Baggins inherits the One Ring from his cousin Bilbo and learns from the wizard Gandalf that it must be destroyed in the fires of Mount Doom to prevent Sauron's return to power.
Joined by a fellowship of eight other members, including Gandalf, Sam Gamgee, Aragorn, Boromir, Legolas, Gimli, and Merry and Pippin, Frodo sets out on a treacherous journey across Middle-earth.
The Fellowship faces numerous challenges, including treacherous landscapes, ferocious enemies, and internal conflicts, as they strive to complete their mission and save their world from darkness.
Joined by a fellowship of eight other members, including Gandalf, Sam Gamgee, Aragorn, Boromir, Legolas, Gimli, and Merry and Pippin, Frodo sets out on a treacherous journey across Middle-earth.
The Fellowship faces numerous challenges, including treacherous landscapes, ferocious enemies, and internal conflicts, as they strive to complete their mission and save their world from darkness.
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Mentioned in 16 episodes
Mentioned by
Tim Ferriss as an author whose works he recently listened to, highlighting the influence of Tolkien's archetypes on the fantasy genre.


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Mentioned by
Brian Eno at the beginning of the podcast as a BBC radio drama available as an audiobook.


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Mentioned by
David Sparks as a book he reread after many years, noting its impact on the fantasy genre.


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Referenced by the speaker, drawing a parallel between Aragorn's journey and stepping into one's God-given strength.

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Mentioned by Curtis Chang when discussing a quote that resonated with him and perfectly expressed his feelings of alienation.

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Mentioned by Sebastian Morello as the book where Gandalf refers to himself as a servant of the secret fire.

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Mentioned as the book that the hosts have received listener feedback on, prompting a discussion on its merits.

Ep 135 - LOTR: The Two Towers, by J.R.R. Tolkien
Recommended by
Brent Gaysford , emphasizing its foundational role in genre fiction and its epic quest.


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