Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien
Frodo Baggins embarks on a quest to destroy the One Ring and save Middle-earth from the Dark Lord Sauron.
Summary
The Lord of the Rings is an epic high fantasy novel written by English author and scholar J. R. R. Tolkien. The story began as a sequel to Tolkien's 1937 fantasy novel The Hobbit, but eventually developed into a much larger work. Written in stages between 1937 and 1949, The Lord of the Rings is one of the best-selling novels ever written, with over 150 million copies sold. The title of the novel refers to the story's main antagonist, the Dark Lord Sauron, who had in an earlier age created the One Ring to rule the other Rings of Power as the ultimate weapon in his campaign to conquer and rule all of Middle-earth.
Interpretation
The Lord of the Rings is a timeless classic that speaks to the power of friendship, courage, and hope in the face of overwhelming odds. It is a story of good versus evil, and of the power of the individual to make a difference in the world. It is a story of hope and redemption, and of the power of love to overcome even the darkest of forces.
Who is this book for?
The Lord of the Rings is suitable for readers of all ages, from young children to adults.
Keywords
Fantasy, Adventure, Epic, Middle-earth, Sauron