To commemorate the recent release of the new J. R. R. Tolkien book, The Story of Kullervo, Raymond will take a brief look into the history of Tolkien's life and writings.  He highlights The History of Middle Earth, a 12-book series that collects and analyzes material relating to Tolkien's work.  The series shows the development over time of his concept, philosophy, and theology of  the fictional Middle Earth.  Raymond points out how this collection of books relates to and supplements information in The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings.

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The Children of Hurin by J. R. R. Tolkien

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