Tag Archives: Tolkien
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Tolkien and the Anglo-Saxons
Where has the horse gone? Where is the rider? Where is the giver of gold? Where are the seats of the feast? Where are the joys of the hall? O the bright cup! O the brave warrior! from The Wanderer, … Read More
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Tagged Aethelflaed, Aethelred, Anglo-Saxons, Edmund Ironside, The Lord of the Rings, Theoden, Tolkien
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The Last Kingdom, Episode 4: The Peace is Over
With Episode Four we have reached the half-way point of this season. A new woman has entered Uhtred’s life. Those of us who have read Cornwell’s novels have learned to not get too attached to Uhtred’s women. They come and … Read More
Posted in Anglo-Saxons, History, The Last Kingdom, Vikings
Tagged Anglo-Saxons, history, King Alfred, Tolkien, TV Series, Uhtred
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A Review: The Hobbit
I finally made it to the theater to see THE HOBBIT, PART 2. I did not see it in 3D, and I don’t think my enjoyment of the movie was any the less for that. And yes, I did enjoy … Read More