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The Return of the King: Book Guide, Author and Facts

The Return of the King by J.R.R. Tolkien — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

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THE RETURN OF THE KING, which brings to a close the great epic of war and adventure begun in The Fellowship of the Ring and continued in The Two Towers, is the third and final part of J. R. R. Tolkien's masterpiece, "The Lord of the Rings."

Quick facts about The Return of the King

  • Title: The Return of the King
  • Author: J.R.R. Tolkien
  • First published: 1950
  • Genre: elves, hobbits, the lord of the rings
  • OpenLibrary ID: OL27455W

Where to read The Return of the King

The Return of the King 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 Return of the King about?

THE RETURN OF THE KING, which brings to a close the great epic of war and adventure begun in The Fellowship of the Ring and continued in The Two Towers, is the third and final part of J.

Who wrote The Return of the King?

The Return of the King was written by J.R.R. Tolkien.

When was The Return of the King published?

The Return of the King was first published in 1950.

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