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King Sorrow By Joe Hill. Reviewed By Phillip Fitzsimmons, Phillip Fitzsimmons Jun 2026

King Sorrow By Joe Hill. Reviewed By Phillip Fitzsimmons, Phillip Fitzsimmons

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Book review of King Sorry by Joe Hill. Reviewed by Phillip Fitzsimmons.


Redneck Revenant By David R. Slayton. Reviewed By Phillip Fitzsimmons, Phillip Fitzsimmons Nov 2025

Redneck Revenant By David R. Slayton. Reviewed By Phillip Fitzsimmons, Phillip Fitzsimmons

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J.R.R. Tolkien’S Utopianism And The Classics, By Hamish Williams. Reviewed By Łukasz Neubauer., Łukasz Neubauer Jul 2025

J.R.R. Tolkien’S Utopianism And The Classics, By Hamish Williams. Reviewed By Łukasz Neubauer., Łukasz Neubauer

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At first glance, the concept of looking at the works of Tolkien through the prism of Classical studies may strike one as eccentric, even misguided. After all, he dedicated his academic life to the study of medieval literature, teach-ing courses in early English poetry as well as Norse myths and sagas. Likewise in his literary oeuvre, the majority of Tolkien’s inspirations are of indisputably medieval character, from the more topical concerns, such as the quest to reclaim the lost treasure in The Hobbit, to the recurrent puns and word-plays in Farmer Giles of Ham.


Sub-Creating Arda: World-Building In J.R.R. Tolkien's Work, Its Precursors And Its Legacies, Edited By Dimitra Fimi And Thomas Honegger. Reviewed By Phillip Fitzsimmons., Phillip Fitzsimmons Jul 2025

Sub-Creating Arda: World-Building In J.R.R. Tolkien's Work, Its Precursors And Its Legacies, Edited By Dimitra Fimi And Thomas Honegger. Reviewed By Phillip Fitzsimmons., Phillip Fitzsimmons

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Sub-creating Arda: World-building in J.R.R. Tolkien’s Work, its Precursors and its Legacies is a substantial anthology of works by contemporary Tolkien scholars about sub-creation, as described by J.R.R. Tolkien, and fantasy world-building in general. This collection of papers is often demanding, but well worth pursuing and can be read for pleasure or studied fruitfully by scholars at all levels. Dimitra Fimi and Thomas Honegger, the editors, summarize the scope of the book in their introduction...


The Many Adventures Of Mary Darling, By Pat Murphy. Reviewed By Ruth Berman., Ruth Berman Jun 2025

The Many Adventures Of Mary Darling, By Pat Murphy. Reviewed By Ruth Berman., Ruth Berman

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Mythprint is the quarterly bulletin of the Mythopoeic Society, a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the study, discussion, and enjoyment of myth and fantasy literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. To promote these interests, the Society publishes three magazines, maintains a World Wide Web site, and sponsors the annual Mythopoeic Conference and awards for fiction and scholarship, as well as local discussion groups.


The Book That Wouldn't Burn, By Mark Lawrence. Reviewed By Nancy Martsch, Nancy Martsch Jun 2025

The Book That Wouldn't Burn, By Mark Lawrence. Reviewed By Nancy Martsch, Nancy Martsch

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Mythprint is the quarterly bulletin of the Mythopoeic Society, a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the study, discussion, and enjoyment of myth and fantasy literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. To promote these interests, the Society publishes three magazines, maintains a World Wide Web site, and sponsors the annual Mythopoeic Conference and awards for fiction and scholarship, as well as local discussion groups.


Rogue Community College, By David R. Slayton. Reviewed By Phillip Fitzsimmons., Phillip Fitzsimmons Jun 2025

Rogue Community College, By David R. Slayton. Reviewed By Phillip Fitzsimmons., Phillip Fitzsimmons

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Mythprint is the quarterly bulletin of the Mythopoeic Society, a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the study, discussion, and enjoyment of myth and fantasy literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. To promote these interests, the Society publishes three magazines, maintains a World Wide Web site, and sponsors the annual Mythopoeic Conference and awards for fiction and scholarship, as well as local discussion groups.


Court Of Wanderers, By Rin Chupeco. Reviewed By Amy Moore., Amy Moore Jun 2024

Court Of Wanderers, By Rin Chupeco. Reviewed By Amy Moore., Amy Moore

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Mythprint is the quarterly bulletin of the Mythopoeic Society, a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the study, discussion, and enjoyment of myth and fantasy literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. To promote these interests, the Society publishes three magazines, maintains a World Wide Web site, and sponsors the annual Mythopoeic Conference and awards for fiction and scholarship, as well as local discussion groups.


Fairy Tale, By Stephen King. Reviewed By Phillip Fitzsimmons, Phillip Fitzsimmons Dec 2022

Fairy Tale, By Stephen King. Reviewed By Phillip Fitzsimmons, Phillip Fitzsimmons

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Mythprint is the quarterly bulletin of the Mythopoeic Society, a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the study, discussion, and enjoyment of myth and fantasy literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. To promote these interests, the Society publishes three magazines, maintains a World Wide Web site, and sponsors the annual Mythopoeic Conference and awards for fiction and scholarship, as well as local discussion groups.


The Gallant Edith Bratt: J.R.R. Tolkien’S Inspiration, By Nancy Bunting And Seamus Hamill-Keays. Reviewed By Mattie E. Gustafson., Mattie E. Gustafson Dec 2022

The Gallant Edith Bratt: J.R.R. Tolkien’S Inspiration, By Nancy Bunting And Seamus Hamill-Keays. Reviewed By Mattie E. Gustafson., Mattie E. Gustafson

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Mythprint is the quarterly bulletin of the Mythopoeic Society, a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the study, discussion, and enjoyment of myth and fantasy literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. To promote these interests, the Society publishes three magazines, maintains a World Wide Web site, and sponsors the annual Mythopoeic Conference and awards for fiction and scholarship, as well as local discussion groups.


“High Fantasy Track.” Dragon Con, Atlanta, Ga. September 1-5, 2022. Reviewed By Tim Lenz, Tim Lenz Dec 2022

“High Fantasy Track.” Dragon Con, Atlanta, Ga. September 1-5, 2022. Reviewed By Tim Lenz, Tim Lenz

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Mythprint is the quarterly bulletin of the Mythopoeic Society, a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the study, discussion, and enjoyment of myth and fantasy literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. To promote these interests, the Society publishes three magazines, maintains a World Wide Web site, and sponsors the annual Mythopoeic Conference and awards for fiction and scholarship, as well as local discussion groups.


“Tolkien And The Art Of The Manuscript.” Exhibition, Haggerty Museum Of Art (Milwaukee, Wi). Reviewed By David Emerson., David Emerson Sep 2022

“Tolkien And The Art Of The Manuscript.” Exhibition, Haggerty Museum Of Art (Milwaukee, Wi). Reviewed By David Emerson., David Emerson

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Mythprint is the quarterly bulletin of the Mythopoeic Society, a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the study, discussion, and enjoyment of myth and fantasy literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. To promote these interests, the Society publishes three magazines, maintains a World Wide Web site, and sponsors the annual Mythopoeic Conference and awards for fiction and scholarship, as well as local discussion groups.


The Witness For The Dead, By Katherine Addison. Reviewed By Megan B. Abrahamson., Megan B. Abrahamson Jun 2022

The Witness For The Dead, By Katherine Addison. Reviewed By Megan B. Abrahamson., Megan B. Abrahamson

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Mythprint is the quarterly bulletin of the Mythopoeic Society, a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the study, discussion, and enjoyment of myth and fantasy literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. To promote these interests, the Society publishes three magazines, maintains a World Wide Web site, and sponsors the annual Mythopoeic Conference and awards for fiction and scholarship, as well as local discussion groups.


Tolkien And The Classics, Edited By Roberto Arduini, Giampaolo Canzonieri, & Claudio A. Testi. Reviewed By Megan B. Abrahamson And Daniel A. Bellum., Megan B. Abrahamson, Daniel A. Bellum Mar 2022

Tolkien And The Classics, Edited By Roberto Arduini, Giampaolo Canzonieri, & Claudio A. Testi. Reviewed By Megan B. Abrahamson And Daniel A. Bellum., Megan B. Abrahamson, Daniel A. Bellum

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Mythprint is the quarterly bulletin of the Mythopoeic Society, a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the study, discussion, and enjoyment of myth and fantasy literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. To promote these interests, the Society publishes three magazines, maintains a World Wide Web site, and sponsors the annual Mythopoeic Conference and awards for fiction and scholarship, as well as local discussion groups.


Dread Nation And Deathless Divide, By Justina Ireland. Reviewed By Phillip Fitzsimmons., Phillip Fitzsimmons Dec 2021

Dread Nation And Deathless Divide, By Justina Ireland. Reviewed By Phillip Fitzsimmons., Phillip Fitzsimmons

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Mythprint is the quarterly bulletin of the Mythopoeic Society, a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the study, discussion, and enjoyment of myth and fantasy literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. To promote these interests, the Society publishes three magazines, maintains a World Wide Web site, and sponsors the annual Mythopoeic Conference and awards for fiction and scholarship, as well as local discussion groups.


Half Sick Of Shadows, By Laura Sebastian. Reviewed By Mckenzie Peck, Mckenzie Peck Dec 2021

Half Sick Of Shadows, By Laura Sebastian. Reviewed By Mckenzie Peck, Mckenzie Peck

Mythprint Book Reviews

Mythprint is the quarterly bulletin of the Mythopoeic Society, a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the study, discussion, and enjoyment of myth and fantasy literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. To promote these interests, the Society publishes three magazines, maintains a World Wide Web site, and sponsors the annual Mythopoeic Conference and awards for fiction and scholarship, as well as local discussion groups.


The Fall Of Gondolin: Complete Demo Recording, By Paul Corfield Godfrey. Reviewed By David Bratman., David Bratman Dec 2021

The Fall Of Gondolin: Complete Demo Recording, By Paul Corfield Godfrey. Reviewed By David Bratman., David Bratman

Mythprint Book Reviews

Mythprint is the quarterly bulletin of the Mythopoeic Society, a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the study, discussion, and enjoyment of myth and fantasy literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. To promote these interests, the Society publishes three magazines, maintains a World Wide Web site, and sponsors the annual Mythopoeic Conference and awards for fiction and scholarship, as well as local discussion groups.


The Green Knight, Directed By David Lowery. Reviewed By Marc Rhodes-Taylor., Marc Rhodes-Taylor Sep 2021

The Green Knight, Directed By David Lowery. Reviewed By Marc Rhodes-Taylor., Marc Rhodes-Taylor

Mythprint Book Reviews

Mythprint is the quarterly bulletin of the Mythopoeic Society, a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the study, discussion, and enjoyment of myth and fantasy literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. To promote these interests, the Society publishes three magazines, maintains a World Wide Web site, and sponsors the annual Mythopoeic Conference and awards for fiction and scholarship, as well as local discussion groups.


“Something Has Gone Crack:” New Perspectives On J.R.R. Tolkien In The Great War, Edited By Janet Brennan Croft And Annika Rӧttinger. Reviewed By Michael Mccartney., Michael Mccartney Sep 2021

“Something Has Gone Crack:” New Perspectives On J.R.R. Tolkien In The Great War, Edited By Janet Brennan Croft And Annika Rӧttinger. Reviewed By Michael Mccartney., Michael Mccartney

Mythprint Book Reviews

Mythprint is the quarterly bulletin of the Mythopoeic Society, a nonprofit educational organization devoted to the study, discussion, and enjoyment of myth and fantasy literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. To promote these interests, the Society publishes three magazines, maintains a World Wide Web site, and sponsors the annual Mythopoeic Conference and awards for fiction and scholarship, as well as local discussion groups.