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.
Guest Information
Marilyn R. Pukkila, Research & Instruction Librarian Emerita, Colby College
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Silmarillion Stories Reading Schedule
- November 2022 – Ainulindalë
- December 2022 – Valaquenta
- January 2023 – Of the Beginning of Days
- February 2023 – Of the Coming of Elves and the Captivity of Melkor
- March 2023 – Of Thingol and Melian
- April 2023 – Of Eldamar and the Princes of the Edalië
- May 2023 – Of Fëanor and the Unchaining of Melkor
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