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The Mythmakers w/ John Hendrix

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The Lost Art of Author-Reader Communication

This chapter explores the intimate relationship between writers and their audiences, specifically through the historical practice of letter writing. It underscores the personal touch found in author-reader correspondence, using Tolkien's letters as a notable example of how this practice enriches our understanding of an author's creativity and intent.

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