The Inklings: C. S. Lewis, J. R. R. Tolkien, and Their Circle
Narrated by Sørina Higgins
- Released
- July 10, 2026
- Length
- 6 hrs 28 mins
- Format
- Lecture
- Publisher
- The Great Courses
In The Inklings: C. S. Lewis, J. R. R. Tolkien, and Their Circle, Dr. Sørina Higgins explores the influential group of writers and thinkers that formed at Oxford University in the early 20th century. Through 12 engaging lectures, listeners will immerse themselves in the collaborative spirit that fueled the creative endeavors of renowned figures like Lewis and Tolkien, as well as lesser-known members who contributed to this vibrant intellectual community. The course highlights how their friendships and discussions shaped some of the most celebrated works in imaginative fiction, with prompts for further reading at the end of each lecture to deepen the appreciation of their literary legacy.
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