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
Building Terror
The genius storytelling of Stoker is evident as the terror builds immediately in the book as we move from foreign worlds of wildness and mystery to a crumbling castle where Jonathan Harker is held prisoner. Tonight's episode covers the imagery and sensations that Stoker uses to draw us in to the tension and captivity of the British solicitor.
This lecture gives great insight into the context of Dracula: