The first form of the myths and legends in Tolkien's conception of the Middle Kingdom features the adventures of Eriol, and the tales of Beren and Luthien, Turin and the dragon, the necklace of the dwarves, and the fall of Gondolin.

Study of the Appendices to "The Lord of the Rings," which contain the historical structure of the Second and Third Ages, with additional writings from Tolkien's later years offering new insights into his fictional world, and the abandoned beginnings of two other stories.

This course explores the life and writings of C.S. Lewis and considers why Lewis' works have continued to gain in power and popularity over the last half-century. It also surveys some of the events and people that shaped his thought and his works. His various roles and contributions are examined sequentially , first as apologist, then academic scholar and finally as novelist .

Discusses the life and works of J.R.R. Tolkien, whose contribution to literature is the fantasy world of Middle-earth, with its elves, dwarves, and hobbits.