Contains the fiftieth anniversary edition of all three volumes of J.R.R. Tolkien's classic "Lord of the Rings," and includes textual notes, reference materials, and index.
Describes the life and work of the renowned British fantasy writer, creator of the world of hobbits and Middle Earth, and author of "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy.
Presents essays from sixteen bestselling fantasy authors in which they discuss the impact of J.R.R. Tolkien's writing about the imaginary world of Middle-earth on their own careers.
The individual members of the Fellowship of the Ring, divided by an attack of orc-soldiers, follow Frodo and his servant Samwise on their continuing quest to destroy the Ring of Power in the Mountain of Fire.