Tol' Tales: A Charity Reading Of 'The Lord of the Rings'
David YatesI've decided to read J.R.R. Tolkien's epic 'The Lord of the Rings' for my partner, who has never read the books. As this wonderful piece of art has influenced me in countless ways, I can't imagine a world (Middle Earth, or otherwise) without it. So, I thought I'd try and raise some money for those struggling to make their own magic due to the coronavirus outbreak!
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 27 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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Taken as prisoners, two of the Company find themselves captives and bound for a tower of promised torment. However, their captors can't seem to decide on exactly which tower would be best. Their indecision leads to their own pursuit, and as the knots... more
The Three Hunters track the host that have their captured friends. Along the way they encounter another host. Will they prove friend, or foe...
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Let me know whether you'd like to hear an attempt at a chronological readi... more
The Fellowship is fractured as Boromir undertakes a journey where none can follow. With the Hobbits disappearing in seemingly different directions, it's up to the remaining Company to decide on their best course of action...
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The power of the Ring is revealed. The decision is made by the Bearer and the way that must be taken is decided. The Fellowship of the Ring comes to an end... - READING BEGINS AT 4:30 - If you don't absolutely hate what you hear, and are in a positio... more
Taking to the Great River, the Company drifts towards inevitability. The decision about which way the Company should take becomes all too real as they float onwards, as does the ever-present dangers...
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If you don't abs... more
Finding some welcome respite from their travels, and their grief, underneath the eaves of Lothlórien, the Company must muster the fortitude to say farewell to the Golden Wood. Not least because they must soon decide on what direction they will take o... more
Seeking shelter under the eaves of Lothlórien, the Company certainly find shelter and safety, but also find some unnerving questions being asked of themselves...
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If you don't absolutely hate what you hear, and are i... more
Reeling from the shock of witnessing the fall of their great guide, the Company must pick themselves up and flee from further repercussion at the hands of the marauding Orc-host, bent on revenge. Seeking shelter under the cover of the trees of Lothló... more
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- I love it
It’s the best l.o.t.r. Audio book I’ve listened to.
David Yates, would u please tell me who sang tom bombadill’s song?
Apple Podcasts5nick jonotuv
United Kingdoma year ago - I wish he had finished
David Yates made the second best audio adaptation of the lord of the rings of all time if he had completed it(behind the BBC Audio Drama) but sadly I gotta put him at number 3 behind barrel rider. Still Yates made an absolutely fantastic piece of art!
Apple Podcasts5Brady P. Smith
United Statesa year ago - Mr. Yates’ is a lovely reader
So often narrated books are impossible to listen to simple because the reader is grating to the nerves. Mr. Yates, however, has a lively voice and manner of reading. There are surprisingly delightful renditions of the songs, as well. My only disappointment is that he doesn’t have any more stories for me to listen to.
Apple Podcasts5tzippimindaUnited States2 years ago - Amazing
Please do other books !
Apple Podcasts5ecampbell97United States3 years ago - So good and for good
I enjoyed these so much! I was riveted to the story, even though I’ve read the story several times. Dave Yates does an excellent job, and how can I not support a charity in honor of this gift to us all? Thank you, Dave!
Apple Podcasts5UBE userUnited States3 years ago - Great
Really good, does lots of different voices and sings the songs in all sorts of different melodies that remind me of old Irish songs. The only thing that helps me sleep now! I hope more episodes come out :/
Apple Podcasts5lanaw890
Australia3 years ago Amazing. I wish there were the other two books.
Podcast Addict54 years agoKasroaben- Outstanding! Please tell me you’re not done!
I have loved listening to this read through! Dave has great character voices and a great singing voice too. I haven’t seen any new episodes come out though and I pray you’re still working on this project. What happened???
Apple Podcasts5Njep86United States5 years ago - Very well done
I’m slowly reading through the books myself but sometimes I take long breaks when reading books and have trouble picking the story back up. Fellowship of the Ring was no different unfortunately. So I searched for a way to sort of catch me back up and found this podcast and I was very pleased with the reading. Mr. Yates does a great job making the characters his own in a way and that’s just what I was looking for as it’s tough for me to sort of separate the written story from the movie performan... more
Apple Podcasts5P. ReillyUnited States5 years ago - Wonderful
Love the voices. Surprisingly high production quality for a podcast.
Apple Podcasts5BlaiddDrwgUnited States5 years ago What a fun reading of the Lord of the Rings! Production is at times imperfect, but the team's contagious love of their art makes this reading more engaging and enjoyable than commercial alternatives. Highly binge-able and well worth a listen. Thanks to the creators for their enthusiasm and hard work!
Podcast Addict55 years agoMich- Amazing Idea
This podcast brings me so much joy. I have always wanted to read Lord of the Rings but literally never have time. Now I can just listen whenever I want plus the narrators voice, commitment, and energy absolutely shines and makes the reading a million times more enjoyable. Plus it’s nice to know this is to keep a little bit of magic alive in a world that seems very dark currently. Amazing podcast and concept have loved every chapter.
Apple Podcasts5jwms90United States5 years ago
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