Beyond the Walls Book Chat
J.R.R. Tolkien once said, "Fairy tales do not deny the existence of sorrow and failure; they give a fleeting glimpse of joy beyond the walls of the world, poignant as grief."
This podcast is designed to take you on a journey beyond those walls to discover the joy, wisdom, and timeless lessons classic books offer. If you have a thirst for knowledge, a love for literature, and a desire to grow through the wisdom of authors long gone then this podcast is for you. Use these episodes to curate a personal reading list that enriches your mind and soul. Let's embark on a literary adventure together and find the joy that lies beyond the walls.
Please send all questions, comments, and book recommendations to beyondthewallsbookchat@gmail.com.
Podcasting since 2024 • 94 episodes
Beyond the Walls Book Chat
Latest Episodes
John v Jean
Beware the doppelganger. Find out how tonight's featured author reworks the timeless theme of the villainous twin.Thoughts or comments? Email beyondthewallsbookchat@gmail.com
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Season 6
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Episode 4
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31:50
The Banned Master
Tonight's episode reviews an old book that was banned from being printed until 1973. Why are some books challenged? Should their questionable content stop us from reading them? What's a better way to approach different ideas and viewpoints?...
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Season 6
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Episode 3
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25:09
The Weight of the d'Urbervilles
How much of the cares of this world can one woman carry on her shoulders? Thomas Hardy tries to answer this question in his classic, Tess of the d'Urbervilles. Tonight's episode explores the worldviews Hardy struggled with in Victorian...
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Season 6
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Episode 2
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41:33