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173. Tolkien’s Collected Poems and Tolkiens Letters (replay)
Renowned Tolkien scholars Christian Scull and Wayne Hammond published a book with new content by J.R.R. Tolkien.
Rare 1963 Tolkien Letter Discussing Tom Bombadil Language Heads to Auction
A signed 1963 J.R.R. Tolkien letter discussing Tom Bombadil poetry and hobbit language goes to auction at Swann Galleries on November 8, 2026.
The Fellowship of the Ring 25th Anniversary Concert Tour Coming to UK Arenas
Celebrate 25 years of Peter Jackson’s cinematic Middle-earth with a massive live concert tour of The Fellowship of the Ring across major UK arenas.
‘The King’s Gambit’ Brings Middle-earth to Head-to-Head Gaming
A new two-player deckbuilding game will let fans command the Free Peoples or the Shadow in tactical, head-to-head battles for Middle-earth’s strongholds.
First ‘The Hunt for Gollum’ Set Photos Take Us Back to the Shire
Warner Bros. released ten behind-the-scenes set photos from The Hunt for Gollum, revealing Elijah Wood’s return as Frodo Baggins in the Shire.
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172. Morgoth’s Curse was the FIRST Ring of Power : Children of Húrin #9
Morgoth’s curse becomes active in this chapter. It’s more than just a bad feeling–it’s a real manifestation in Túrin’s mind.
171. Forsaking Elves for Outlaws : Children of Húrin #8
Túrin Turambar has officially abandoned the protection of King Thingol and Doriath, choosing instead to make his way with the lowest outlaws — murderers, cutthroats, and “Wolf-Heads.
170. Tolkien’s Only Courtroom Drama : Children of Húrin #7
In this episode, we explore an incredibly rare event in Tolkien’s legendarium: a formal Elven trial.
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