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.
Beyond the Walls Book Chat
Latest Episodes
Charlotte Bronte
From a traumatic boarding school to an imaginary childhood world Charlotte Bronte lived all the extremes. She was raised on the moors of Yorkshire at their mystery inspired one of the greatest British novels. Tonight let's look at the life of C...
Pride & Prejudice: Plot Device
There is an unexpected and slightly unbelievable plot device that brings a resolution to all things for Elizabeth and Darcy. Was this intentional or did Austen write herself into a corner? How will we ever know?
Pride & Prejudice: Poetic Justice
Austen lived in a time where moral stories abounded and harsh punishments in literature were popular. Using her wry and clever talent she turns the tables on the moralizers and writes an ending for Lydia & Wickham that has poetic justice bu...
Pride & Prejudice: Social Scorn
All plans and hopes take a nosedive for Elizabeth when her sister Lydia's poor judgment and decision-making skills embroil the family in a ruinous scandal.
Pride & Prejudice: Proposal the Second
Sometimes our timing is bad and sometimes we share too much. Darcy finds himself in this predicament when he reaches a point where he can hide his feelings no longer. Unfortunately, things don't go the way he hopes, but this is not the end. The...