The Fall of Gondolin by . Tolkien, Christopher Tolkien - Audiobook

----------️ 🎧️🎧️🎧 ---------- ⭐More Mystery, Horror, Thriller & Suspense Audiobooks: ⭐Donate to Our Team Paypal : ----------️ 🎧️🎧️🎧 ---------- Summary: **“The Fall of Gondolin“** by . Tolkien, edited and compiled by his son **Christopher Tolkien**, is one of the foundational stories in . Tolkien’s *Legendarium*. This book is a part of the epic mythology of Middle-earth and explores the ancient city of Gondolin, its rise, and ultimately, its tragic fall. It ties into *The Silmarillion* and forms part of the overarching narrative of the First Age of Middle-earth. ### **Plot Summary**: The story of *The Fall of Gondolin* is set during the First Age of Middle-earth, long before the events of *The Lord of the Rings*. Gondolin is a secret city built by the Elves, hidden from the dark lord **Morgoth**, the first and most powerful Dark Lord in Tolkien’s mythology. The city, under the leadership of the Elven King **Turgon**, thrives in secret for many years. It is known for its beauty, its peace, and its strong fortifications. However, its downfall is foretold. The protagonist of the tale is **Tuor**, a mortal man chosen by the Valar (the god-like beings in Tolkien’s universe) to play a pivotal role in the fate of Gondolin. Sent by **Ulmo**, the Vala (god) of the waters, Tuor is tasked with warning Turgon that Gondolin is no longer safe from the wrath of Morgoth. Tuor’s journey to Gondolin is treacherous, filled with danger and wonder as he traverses a world in the grip of Morgoth’s shadow. Upon reaching Gondolin, Tuor is welcomed by Turgon and the people of the city. There, he falls in love with **Idril**, Turgon’s daughter, and they marry, becoming the parents of **Eärendil**, a key figure who will later have a major role in the fate of Middle-earth. However, despite Ulmo’s warning, Turgon refuses to leave his beloved city, believing it to be invincible. The tragedy unfolds when Gondolin’s location is betrayed by **Maeglin**, a ----------️🎧️🎧️🎧---------- #audiobooksfree #audiobooks #audiolibrary #audiobook #romantic #romancebooks #romancenovels