Andrew N. Snyder - Lord of the Rings

<p>In this episode of <em>The Athenaeum Book Club</em>, host <strong>Jeremy Ryan Slate</strong> sits down with scholar <strong>Andrew N. Snyder</strong> to explore <strong>J.R.R. Tolkien’s </strong><em><strong>The Lord of the Rings</strong></em>—one of the most beloved works of modern literature. </p><p>Together they discuss the world Tolkien built in Middle-earth, the themes of courage, friendship, sacrifice, and the corrupting nature of power that run through the story, and why the trilogy continues to resonate with readers across generations. </p><p>Snyder offers insight into Tolkien’s imagination, his intellectual influences, and the deeper meaning behind the epic journey of Frodo and the Fellowship. </p><p>A thoughtful conversation on myth, morality, and enduring storytelling.</p>