February 21

Day 52

Basic Reading: 

    The Children of Húrin: Chapter 5: Túrin in Doriath
    *Finish this chapter today.

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Supplementary Reading:

• Background:

  • The Children of Húrin: Appendix, (2) The Composition of the Text

• Prior Versions:

  • Unfinished Tales: Part One, II. Narn I Hîn Húrin: Túrin in Doriath

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Enrichment Activities:

• Maps:  

  • Beleriand: Doriath, Menegroth, Nan Elmoth 

• Timeline: First Age 484

• Other: Read some of Tolkien’s other works, such as his poetry or short stories. Although they are not intended to integrate with the Middle-Earth mythology, consider whether you see any similarities.

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Discussion Questions:

    1. Where might Túrin have gone?
    2. Do you believe Beleg will find Túrin?
    3. Would you trust a sword made by Eöl?