291: J.R.R. Tolkien's "Letters from Father Christmas"

Classical Stuff You Should Know by A.J. Hanenburg

Dec 23, 202500:49:19Arts

Apparently Tolkien is a fabulous illustrator. Who knew? I've seriously looked up prints, and they are weirdly hard to find . . . but enchanting. Oh, this episode is about Christmas. Merry Christmas!

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