Whether The Silmarillion is your favorite Tolkien book or one you’ve struggled to get through, this course is here to make it feel more engaging, fun, and relatable. In this first of a two-part series, KnewBettaDoBetta breaks down Tolkien’s vast mythology in a clear and conversational way—focusing on the epic beginnings of Arda and the First Age.

Through vivid storytelling and grounded analysis, KnewBetta will guide you through the early lore, key characters, and dramatic turning points that shape Middle-earth’s ancient history. Expect accessible explanations, engaging discussion, and fresh insights for both newcomers and long-time Tolkien fans.

Lecture Topic Outline:

• Lecture 1 – The Creation: Exploring the Music of the Ainur and the shaping of the world.
• Lecture 2 – The Awakening of the Elves: The coming of the Firstborn and their significance.
• Lecture 3 – The Silmarils and The Flight of the Noldor: Feanor’s legacy, rebellion, and exile.
• Lecture 4– The Fall of Beleriand / The 4th Battle: The rise of shadow and war in Middle-earth.

Join us as we trace the unfolding of Tolkien’s epic from the very beginning—and start to see The Silmarillion in a whole new light.