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The Fellowship of the Ring

The beginning of an epic journey in Middle-earth

J R R Tolkien author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers

Published:18th Aug '22

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The Fellowship of the Ring cover

In The Fellowship of the Ring, Frodo Baggins embarks on a dangerous journey to destroy the One Ring and thwart the Dark Lord Sauron’s plans for dominion.

This special unjacketed hardback edition of The Fellowship of the Ring presents J.R.R. Tolkien’s first part of the epic masterpiece. It features the complete story, beautifully enhanced with a unique cover design adorned with gold foil. The iconic maps of Middle-earth are elegantly displayed as endpapers in striking red and black, making this edition a stunning addition to any collection.

The narrative unfolds as Sauron, the Dark Lord, gathers all the Rings of Power to exert his dominion over Middle-earth. However, he is missing the One Ring, the ultimate ring that governs all others, which has unexpectedly come into the possession of the hobbit Bilbo Baggins. This sets off a chain of events that will change the fate of Middle-earth forever.

In the tranquil Shire, young Frodo Baggins is thrust into a monumental quest when Bilbo bequeaths the Ring to him. Frodo must embark on a treacherous journey across Middle-earth, facing numerous challenges and dangers, to reach the Cracks of Doom, where he must destroy the Ring to thwart Sauron’s dark ambitions. The Fellowship of the Ring intricately weaves themes of friendship, courage, and the struggle between good and evil, captivating readers with its rich storytelling and unforgettable characters.

‘Extraordinarily imaginative, and wholly exciting’
The Times

‘The story itself is superb’
Observer

‘A most remarkable feat’
Guardian

‘Masterpiece? Oh yes’
Evening Standard

‘An astonishing imaginative tour de force’
Daily Telegraph

ISBN: 9780008567125

Dimensions: 222mm x 141mm x 38mm

Weight: 520g

432 pages

Special Collector’s edition