The Return of the King: Being the Third Part of the Lord of the Rings Hardcover - 2002
by J. R. Tolkien
The classic edition illustrated by Alan Lee is now updated with beautiful, full-color paintings.
About this book
In the gripping finale of the epic fantasy trilogy, "The Lord of the Rings", the stakes have never been higher as Frodo Baggins and his faithful companions embark on their perilous quest to destroy the One Ring and vanquish the malevolent Sauron. Darkness looms over Middle-earth, and Frodo faces relentless trials and agonizing temptations. As the forces of Gondor and Rohan gather for a final, cataclysmic clash with Sauron's armies, the fate of all hangs in the balance. The stage is set for a breathtaking crescendo, with battles of epic proportions and Frodo's harrowing journey towards the treacherous Mount Doom, where the destiny of the world will be determined. Will courage and sacrifice be enough to overcome the encroaching darkness?
Summary
The Companions of the Ring have become involved in separate adventures as the quest continues. Aragorn, revealed as the hidden heir of the ancient Kings of the West, joined with the Riders of Rohan against the forces of Isengard and took part in the desperate victory of the Hornburg. Merry and Pippin, captured by the Orcs, escaped into Fangorn Forest and there encountered the Ents. Gandalf returned, miraculously, and defeated the evil wizard, Saruman.
Meanwhile, Sam and Frodo progressed toward Mordor to destroy the Ring, accompanied by Smeagol -- Gollum, still obsessed by his "preciouss." After a battle with the giant spider, Shelob, Sam left his master for dead; but Frodo is still alive -- in the hands of the Orcs. And all the time the armies of the Dark Lord are massing.
First Edition Identification
George Allen & Unwin published a First UK Edition, First Printing hardcover in 1955, UK. Houghton Mifflin published a First US Edition, First Printing hardcover in 1955, Boston.
Details
- Title The Return of the King: Being the Third Part of the Lord of the Rings
- Author J. R. Tolkien
- Binding Hardcover
- Edition Illustrated
- Pages 432
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher William Morrow & Company, New York
- Date 2002-10-06
- Illustrated Yes
- Features Illustrated, Index, Maps, Movie/TV Tie-In
- ISBN 9780618260553 / 0618260552
- Weight 3.38 lbs (1.53 kg)
- Dimensions 9.96 x 7.66 x 1.39 in (25.30 x 19.46 x 3.53 cm)
- Ages 14 to UP years
- Grade levels 9 - UP
- Reading level 920
- Library of Congress subjects Fantasy fiction, Middle Earth (Imaginary place)
- Library of Congress Catalog Number 2003542567
- Dewey Decimal Code FIC
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