Tag: tolkien

Brief Thoughts: 2015 Final Reads

31 December 2015 / brief reviews / 0 Comments
Brief Thoughts: 2015 Final Reads

I’ve spent most of December working, enjoying the company of friends and family, and hurrying to polish off some books. Here are some brief thoughts on a handful of the books I finished recently. That’s Why I’m a Journalist: Top […]

December Book Haul

14 December 2015 / to be read / 0 Comments
December Book Haul

A few weeks ago I started working seasonally at a bookstore. I’ve been having a great time helping people find the books they’re looking for. This weekend was staff appreciation, which meant an extra discount on top of the regular […]

Response: Understanding Éowyn, Part Three

14 November 2015 / response, thoughts / 0 Comments
Response: Understanding Éowyn, Part Three

Part One (Éowyn’s grief) | Part Two (Éowyn as a war bride) In this series, I respond to articles about Éowyn in order to develop a more nuanced view of Éowyn, so I can better inform my opinion of her […]

Brief Thoughts: The Riddles of the Hobbit and Bone Gap

26 May 2015 / brief reviews / 0 Comments
Brief Thoughts: The Riddles of the Hobbit and Bone Gap

Another quick review post already? Hrm, it’s been a few weeks since I’ve read a book I could really sink into. My dad and sister’s visit disrupted my habit, and now things are starting to get hectic around here since […]

Response: Understanding Éowyn, Part Two

9 April 2015 / response, thoughts / 1 Comment

Last month, I wrote about how The Lord of the Rings‘ Éowyn is one of my favourite Tolkien characters, despite my struggle to comprehend her from a feminist perspective. I want to develop a more perceptive view of Éowyn, so […]