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.
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Beyond the Walls Book Chat
The Roman Epic
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Tonight we begin an exploration into the world of Virgil and his epic poem, The Aeneid. Why did he pen this grand masterpiece? What was his inspiration for the Roman narrative? And who is the hero, Aeneus? This is only the first episode of many that will peel back the many layers of what we can learn from this leader of the ancient world.