Philippa
Americannoun
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Tolkien obsessive – and his son Peter McGee are collaborating with screenwriter Philippa Boyens on a new “Lord of the Rings” film, for one.
From Salon ● May 21, 2026
“Workers feel busier. Outputs look polished. AI tools are everywhere,” said Cambridge professor Dr. Philippa Hardman.
From Barron's ● May 7, 2026
Meanwhile Philippa, knowing that “visionaries are ungovernable,” fears that Barton’s presence in her nunnery portends catastrophe.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 24, 2026
Violet had a "typical upbringing for someone of that age and status" but rebelled against her family, converting to Catholicism and becoming a socialist, said Philippa.
From BBC ● Apr. 7, 2026
“It’s such a pity you are who you are,” Philippa said, turning Celaena to face her.
From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas
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