David and John discuss the Valaquenta, Tolkien’s introduction to the pantheon of divine entities that rule his world. After a quick breakdown of which characters to pay attention to, David and John are joined by Tolkien Scholar Marilyn R. Pukkila to discuss the themes of this passage and the Silmarillion as a whole. Finally, they answer listener feedback.

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Marilyn R. Pukkila, Research & Instruction Librarian Emerita, Colby College

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• December 2022 - Valaquenta
• January 2023 - Of the Beginning of Days
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• June 2023 - Of Fëanor and the Unchaining of Melkor

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