The Lord of the Rings Book Series

"The Lord of the Rings" trilogy, written by J.R.R. Tolkien, is a high-fantasy epic that follows the quest to destroy the One Ring, an evil artifact that grants immense power. Set in the richly detailed world of Middle-earth, the series explores themes of friendship, courage, and the struggle between good and evil as various characters from different races unite to confront the dark forces threatening their world.

  • The Fellowship of the Ring

    4.9
    103 ratings
    J. R. R. Tolkien
    Recommended by: Elon Musk, Andrej Karpathy
    In this aspect, this book can truly be referred to as an epic adventure, in which a timeless story is narrated of a young hobbit who unexpectantly inherits a peculiarly powerful ring that was once in the possession of his curiously uncle. This peculiar ring is the source of either salvation or subjugation for their world in its entirety. The hobbit and his friends, forming a fellowship that included a wizard, elves, dwarves, and humans, thus began the journey to the peril of their souls to destroy the ring in the fires at Mount Doom where it was forged. On their way, they face a lot of horrible enemies and finally find friendship and bravery. It is about good and evil with some small heroes that are not created for the heroic actions stand against their fate.Book 1 of 3: Lord of the Rings.
  • The Two Towers

    4.7
    100 ratings
    J. R. R. Tolkien
    Recommended by: Elon Musk, Andrej Karpathy
    The breaking of the fellowship in this darkly dramatic sequel, with Frodo and Sam heading towards Mordor on their creepily dangerous mission to destroy the One Ring – aided, yet at the same time thwarted, by treacherous Gollum. In the meantime, Aragorn, Legolas, and Gimli are in Rohan assisting the Rohan people to fight against Saruman's forces. As the shadow of Sauron lengthens, the companions are plunged into unimaginable trials and choices. Meanwhile, the ways they go are dangerous, but friendship and kinship lights those places with the good, which is opposite to evil. This tale is a testament to courage, loyalty, and the enduring hope that darkness can be overcome.Book 2 of 3: Lord of the Rings.
  • The Return of the King

    4.6
    100 ratings
    J. R. R. Tolkien
    Recommended by: Elon Musk, Andrej Karpathy
    The third and final part of the trilogy, said to have the future of Middle-earth at stake. Sauron, the dark lord, is growing in his power and the brave hobbit, Frodo Baggins, in company with his faithworthy Sam, goes deep into the part of the enemy in order to ruin the One Ring. On the other hand, the forces of the good being led by Aragorn are being prepared for the great battle against the forces of the evil. The string of this cliffhanger story is led by courage, friendship, and sacrifice towards the future of the realm. Will darkness consume the world, or will light prevail? The conclusion is both thrilling and deeply moving.Book 3 of 3: Lord of the Rings.

The Lord of the Rings books in chronological order to read.