Discover the medieval world behind J.R.R. Tolkien’s Middle-earth! Join medieval scholar Dr. Larissa Tracy for two online courses exploring the myths, legends, and literature that inspired The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, The Silmarillion, and more.
Beginning November 12, 2026, this six-week online course explores the medieval literature and legends that helped shape Tolkien’s Middle-earth. From Beowulf and Old Norse sagas to the traditions of medieval England, Ireland, and Wales, discover the historical and literary influences behind The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings.
Beginning January 7, 2027, this six-week online course takes a deeper look at Tolkien’s medieval inspirations, exploring The Silmarillion, The Book of Lost Tales, the Finnish Kalevala, Arthurian legends, and Tolkien’s own adaptations of medieval literature.
Both courses are taught by medieval scholar Dr. Larissa “Kat” Tracy and feature six weekly live online sessions. Recordings will also be available for those unable to attend live.
Discover the medieval world behind J.R.R. Tolkien’s Middle-earth! Join medieval scholar Dr. Larissa Tracy for two online courses exploring the myths, legends, and literature that inspired The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, The Silmarillion, and more.
Tolkien and His Medieval Sources – Part 1
Beginning November 12, 2026, this six-week online course explores the medieval literature and legends that helped shape Tolkien’s Middle-earth. From Beowulf and Old Norse sagas to the traditions of medieval England, Ireland, and Wales, discover the historical and literary influences behind The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings.
Tolkien and His Medieval Sources – Part 2: The Lost Tales and More
Beginning January 7, 2027, this six-week online course takes a deeper look at Tolkien’s medieval inspirations, exploring The Silmarillion, The Book of Lost Tales, the Finnish Kalevala, Arthurian legends, and Tolkien’s own adaptations of medieval literature.
Both courses are taught by medieval scholar Dr. Larissa “Kat” Tracy and feature six weekly live online sessions. Recordings will also be available for those unable to attend live.
Learn more and register:
Part 1: https://medievalstudies.thinkific.com/courses/tolkien
Part 2: https://medievalstudies.thinkific.com/courses/tolkien-2
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