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The Lord of the Rings

by J.R.R. Tolkien

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ISBN0618640150
J.R.R. Tolkien

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The Lord of the Rings

50th Anniversary, One Vol. Edition

by J.R.R. Tolkien

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This is the complete three-volume epic fantasy saga by J.R.R. Tolkien, collected in a single anniversary edition. It follows hobbit Frodo Baggins on a quest to destroy the One Ring in the fires of Mordor before the Dark Lord Sauron can use it to conquer Middle-earth.

Set in the world of Middle-earth, this edition collects all three volumes of J.R.R. Tolkien's landmark series: The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers, and The Return of the King. The narrative centers on Frodo Baggins, a hobbit who inherits the One Ring from his relative Bilbo. The Ring, created by the Dark Lord Sauron and imbued with his power, must be destroyed in the volcanic Fire-Mountain at the heart of Mordor before Sauron can reclaim it and establish total dominion over Middle-earth.

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This is the complete three-volume epic fantasy saga by J.R.R. Tolkien, collected in a single anniversary edition. It follows hobbit Frodo Baggins on a quest to destroy the One Ring in the fires of Mordor before the Dark Lord Sauron can use it to conquer Middle-earth.
Who is it for?
This edition is directed at general adult readers, both those already familiar with Tolkien's work and newcomers to the series. The single-volume format makes it accessible to readers seeking the complete saga in one book.
What are the main themes?
The work is credited with establishing conventions of the heroic quest novel and epic fantasy, centering on themes of heroism, sacrifice, and the struggle between good and evil. Tolkien's construction of Middle-earth emphasizes the importance of detailed world-building, including invented languages and extensive history.
Who wrote it?
J.R.R. Tolkien, a philologist and illustrator whose background in language and art deeply influenced the work's scope and detail.
What format or source is it?
This is a single combined volume edition collecting all three books (The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers, and The Return of the King), originally published between 1954 and 1956, now released as a 50th anniversary edition.
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The narrative centers on Frodo Baggins, a hobbit who must destroy the One Ring—an artifact of immense power created by the Dark Lord Sauron—by carrying it to Mount Doom in Mordor. The story encompasses the journey of the Fellowship and the struggles across Middle-earth to prevent Sauron's total dominion.

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