The Lorehounds Silmarillion Stories - E14 - The Return of the Noldor Part 1
May 10, 2024
Join Kaitlyn Facista, creator of Tea with Tolkien, as she discusses monumental moments from The Silmarillion, particularly the death of Fëanor and Fingon's heroism. They explore the tension between the Noldor and Thingol, highlighting the dire consequences of pride and the complexities of kinship. Kaitlyn provides deep insights into community engagement around Tolkien's works, sharing her journey of discovery through the storytelling's emotional depth. Dive into the lore that shapes Middle-earth!
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Lorehounds Origin
- John's Lord of the Rings book club used Caitlin's online reading schedule template.
- This template indirectly helped launch The Lorehounds podcast.
Caitlin's Tolkien Journey
- Caitlin's Tolkien journey began with the Peter Jackson films, like many others.
- She later struggled with the Silmarillion but persevered with podcasts like The Prancing Pony.
Silmarillion as Play
- The Silmarillion reads like a dramatic play upon rereads.
- Readers can better grasp the characters' drama and emotions with each reading.
