Books About Middle-earth
Behind The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit lies a vast history waiting to be explored.
Through these rich and insightful volumes from long-time Tolkien podcaster John Carswell, you’ll grasp the timeless truths and mysteries that lay hidden in the depths of the Middle-earth legendarium.
Tolkien's Requiem
Concerning Beren and Lúthien
An introduction to The Silmarillion through the pivotal legend of Beren and Lúthien – the thrilling romance that gave us Aragorn and Arwen, and a story so important to Tolkien that it was his first word on Middle-earth, and his last word on his own marriage and earthly existence.
Tolkien's Overture
Concerning The Music Of The Ainur
Is Middle-earth made of music? It seems Tolkien thought so. In this in-depth exploration of “Ainulindalë”, the Middle-earth creation story, you’ll understand the foundational role that music plays across the stories of the legendarium, from Tinúviel to Tom Bombadil.
