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Blake and Tolkien's Mythmaking
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In their various ways, William Blake and J. R. R. Tolkien are two of the most important creators of imaginary worlds in literary history, having inspired generations of writers and artists to devise their own myths and legends.
In this podcast, Jason Whittaker is joined by Sharon Choe, William Sherwood and Annise Rogers to discuss the ways in which Blake and Tolkien shared a fascination with the mythology of Britain, and how Nordic, Celtic and Anglo-Saxon tales shaped their tales. As well as the similarities between these two writers, it explores their differences and how their legacy continues to this day.
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