The Lord of the Rings: Book Guide, Author and Facts
The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.
Originally published from 1954 through 1956, J.R.R. Tolkien's richly complex series ushered in a new age of epic adventure storytelling. A philologist and illustrator who took inspiration from his work, Tolkien invented the modern heroic quest novel from the ground up, creating not just a world, but a domain, not just a lexicon, but a language, that would spawn countless imitators and lead to the inception of the epic fantasy genre. Today, THE LORD OF THE RINGS is considered "the most influential fantasy novel ever written." (THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF FANTASY)
Quick facts about The Lord of the Rings
- Title: The Lord of the Rings
- Author: J.R.R. Tolkien
- First published: 1954
- Genre: the lord of the rings, fiction, ficción
- OpenLibrary ID: OL27448W
Where to read The Lord of the Rings
The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Lord of the Rings about?
Originally published from 1954 through 1956, J.R.R.
Who wrote The Lord of the Rings?
The Lord of the Rings was written by J.R.R. Tolkien.
When was The Lord of the Rings published?
The Lord of the Rings was first published in 1954.
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