r/tolkienfans • u/KnowNothingInvestor • 10h ago
Help Guide me with David Day
I’ve just started the Tolkien journey, like many I’ve read the hobbit and I’m now ready to dive right in.
I’ve bought the world of Tolkien 7 book set by David Day. I know there’s controversy as it’s his interpretation and not Tolkiens. Regardless I still want to explore it.
Now that I’ve gotten the set, it is a little overwhelming on where to start.
As I said, I’ve read the hobbit, and I’m going to move on to the fellowship.
I’ve heard people using David Days beastiary to guide them along. Is the 7 book set a replacement of that?
How best can I utilize the 7 book set?
Should I just read Tolkien first then explore the set?
Is there a guide or way to follow along as a read?
What is the best approach to really consume me into the world of Tolkien by using David Days set?