The Hobbit stands as J.R.R. Tolkien’s breakthrough novel – remaining not only the book with lead to The Lord of the Rings but a classic fantasy work in its own right.
Luke, Kiara and Victoria discuss J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit, exploring the difference between film and books as media, the glamour of evil, and the richness of culture as found in Tolkien’s world.
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References within this episode:
Read Peter Kreeft’s lecture on Identity and The Lord of the Rings.
Read Corey Olsen’s article in the Wall Street Journal entitled “Why J.R.R. Tolkien’s ‘The Hobbit’ Isn’t Just For Kids”.
