Frodo the hobbit and his eight companions undertake a perilous quest to destroy the One Ring and break the power of the Dark Lord before he can overcome the peoples of Middle Earth.
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35 of 35 people found the following review helpful
By David W
Perhaps, like me, you're not an avid reader of the fantasy genre. However, anyone who respects good writing should have read Lord of the Rings. LOTR is a contemporary classic and deserves respect as a great novel. So, as other reviewers have said, this audio drama cannot replace the book; it does, however, supplement the book wonderfully and bring Middle-Earth to life.
I don't envy the actors in the forthcoming films the prospect of trying to follow this production. Iam Holm steals the show, William Nighy (such an under-rated actor) adds wonderful comic relief, the late Robert Stephens gives a powerful performance which I can only compare to Burton's best and Michael Hordern and Peter Woodthorpe ARE Gandalf and Gollum.
Think of the price in terms of CDs - the cost of 3 or 4 CDs for 13 hours of outstanding entertainment - a bargain. I bought this years ago and have never regretted it for a moment.
22 of 22 people found the following review helpful
I remember reading the Fellowship of the Ring at school. My friend had the three volume book, but I thought I would start with the first and see how it went. I was captured, and have been enchanted ever since with the mythological world of Middle Earth. But, it was not until I had listened to this box set that I realised, for instance, how great was the suffering of Frodo, and indeed how bittersweet the ending really is. I don't think that this can replace the text, but owning it will compliment the books tremendously, and act as an appetizer to the upcoming movies. Enjoy!
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
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I was lent this recording by a friend at the age of 11 and I knew I had to get my own copy as soon as possible . What can I say - the atmosphere of Middle-Earth is conjured up brilliantly with help from a superb soundtrack , and despite others' gripes about the omission of certain chapters , I really do believe that this cannot be bettered . The stunning performances from a cast of Britain's finest actors really make Tolkien's epic tale come alive - the only problem now is that nothing will measure up to it ! Much as I am looking forward to the film version , it's just a shame this cast can't be used - each of the actors IS their character as far as I'm concerned , and anyone else just wouldn't seem right . Buy it now - you won't regret it . 13 hours of high-class , gripping drama - what more can I say ? Tolkien would be proud .
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
the best version of lord of the rings,bar the book itself.
many memories of the origional radio play,the closest rendition of the book,with all the power of the written word,beautifully cast.
Published 2 months ago by jilly
5.0 out of 5 stars
Forget Peter Jackson - this is the real McCoy!
If anyone needed an object lesson in how to abridge Tolkein's story and not lose the thread, this is it. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Colin Malsingh
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful Gift
I bought this as a gift for my Godmother as a christmas present, and am pleased to say that she was thrilled. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Georgina Tomlinson
5.0 out of 5 stars
EXCELLENT - The Best Adaption you'll find anywhere
I originally heard this about five years ago, and listening to it again, it just gets better. The price may seem steep, but it is worth it. Read more
Published on 4 Dec 2000
5.0 out of 5 stars
BBC Radio Drama's Finest Hour?
It doesn't get much better than this. In 13 hours the entire story is told in rich and vivid detail that captures the essence of the books more completely than any other version -... Read more
Published on 2 April 2000
3.0 out of 5 stars
Easy-listening, but in some essential parts abridged.
I think,they are quite good entertaining,very lovely character-players and the plot( I hope you can follow me) is narrated not in the original version, but in a very interesting... Read more
Published on 7 Mar 1999
5.0 out of 5 stars
so great !!!
a friend lend these to me and they are unbelievable. It's in thirteen parts and in a wonderful box,too. Read more
Published on 24 Jan 1999
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