The Epic History of The Lord of the Rings

Fifty years on from J.R.R. Tolkien's death, his tales of Middle-earth are more popular than ever. Join us on a quest through Tolkien's world of elves and hobbits, dark lords and enchanted forests, as we explore his masterpieceThe Lord of the Rings. From the earliest stages of its composition to its impact on fantasy fiction, from its mythic roots to its modern adaptations, our talk will explore why readers still love Middle-earth - and why Tolkien's vision still holds such power today.

Doors open at 6pm, talk starts at 6.30pm - come down early to grab a good seat!

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The Reverend Tom Emanuel is a theologian and researcher at the University of Glasgow. A Tolkien fanatic since birth and an active Tolkien scholar for more than a decade, Tom's current work explores the reception of The Lord of the Rings in the twenty-first century and is funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC).