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The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Volume 1: The Return of the King, Volume 1 (Unabridged)
 
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The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Volume 1: The Return of the King, Volume 1 (Unabridged) [Audio Download]

by J.R.R. Tolkien (Author), Rob Inglis (Narrator)
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  • Listening Length: 7 hours and 28 minutes
  • Program Type: Audiobook
  • Version: Unabridged
  • Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited
  • Audible Release Date: 11 Oct 2005
  • Language: English
  • ASIN: B002SQ47B2
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (55 customer reviews)

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The Companions of the Ring have become involved in separate adventures as the quest continues. Aragon, 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 orcs, escaped into Fangorn Forest and there encountered the Ents.

Gandalf returned, miraculously, and defeated the evil wizard, Saruman. Meanwhile, Sam and Frodo progressed towards 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 alive, in the hands of the orcs. And all the time the armies of the Dark Lord are massing.

Since it was first published in 1954, The Lord of the Rings has been a book people have treasured. Steeped in unrivalled magic and otherworldliness, its sweeping fantasy has touched the hearts of young and old alike. Nearly 100 million copies of its many editions have been sold around the world, and occasional collector's editions become prized and valuable items of publishing. Now it is available for the first time on digital download, complete and unabridged.

This is the first book of The Return of the King.

©1954, 1966 The Trustees of the J.R.R. Tolkien 1967 Settlement; (P)1991 Recorded Books, LLC; This edition published 2001 by HarperCollinsPublishers Ltd., London, UK
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Paperback
Tolkien's descriptive writing is 100% if not more as it outlines the true emotional terror of evil in realistic and gripping epic fashion. it certainly left me out of breath by the last page. Frodo's situation sits as a double edged sword as the fight between the ring and his conscience, and his mission proves whether he succedes or fails. Interesting twist at the end makes this the most popular book this century. A must. The appendix is worth reading as well as it outlines the history before and after this series and completes the story in true epic style.
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20 of 21 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Paperback
The best book I'v read in my whole life.A perfect balance of suspense and exitement what with the fierce Battle of the Pelennor Fields and the heroic deeds of Sam at the tower of Cirith Ungol.The first part tells how the Riders of Rohan come to the aid of Gondor in the defence against the ever growing Shadow of Mordor.It tells of a great battle between Good and Evil,Life and Death,Light and Dark.The second part tells the tale of Frodo and Sam and how they enter the Black Land and come face to face with the deadliest of enemies in their heroic attempt to destroy the Ruling Ring.It is my favourite book by my favourite author and I think it is well worth buying.It is the last part of The Lord Of The Rings where it reaches its awesome climax.It is well written and one of the best books you will ever read.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio Cassette
After seeing my girlfriend struggle (as she is dyslexic) through the first two books of the trilogy i thought i would give her a break and buy this for her so she could enjoy the final part of this classic fantasy book. It was great, she was able to get through the book and enjoy it at the same time especially as it kept to the book and was not a dramatization like other copies, meaning she felt as though she had the same experience as the rest of us. Rob Inglis narrates clearly and at a good speed. also suitable for younger readers.
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Never fails to deliver
Amazing inspirational fantasy, although the history and family trees do go on a bit and can be considered essdential reading only for the most dedicated Tolkien fans.
Published 29 days ago by MDKB
NOT AS DESCRIBED
The item was NOT what was described or pictured. It was posted under the illustrated edition page, but it was just a normal edition. Very disappointed.
Published 2 months ago by Lucky Felix
Last Things
This is the third volume in J. R. R. Tolkien's Lord of the Rings trilogy. It follows The Fellowship of the Ring and The Two Towers. Be sure to read both of them first. Read more
Published 2 months ago by John M. Ford
the third and last in the series, a classic for all time
The conclusion to an awe inspiring trilogy written by a master of literature, The Return Of The King: Volume 3 is such a good book that it can replace J.K. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Stella Hofer
Return of the King review
The book was in excellent condition condition and came very quickly but as I read the it, near the end of the book it was bound wrong and I couldn't finish it, the text returned... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Gaby
The conclusion of a story; the end of an Age
As most people know this is one of the more popular fantasy trilogy ever written. It's very adventure and battle oriented, especially the latter in this third book. Read more
Published 12 months ago by ManInsideTheHelm
Great Edition of a great Story.
I have an obsession with The Lord of The Rings and Tolkiens books, I found it was quite hard finding hardback books, especially LOTR, so when these cropped up, I was thrilled. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Master Butler
A Sprint Toward The End.
The problems that plagued the first two books are done away with the story feels tighter and less episodic there are references to the wider world at hand and the time line is... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Julia Havard
Almost new
I doubt if anyone has ever read this book. It only has an ink stain on the cover. It is practically new. I am very satisfied.
Published 20 months ago by skoulena
Great product, shame about delivery service!!!!
Have absolutely no problems with product as great quality and just what expected. Orderded The Hobbit and all three books that make up the Lord of the Rings trilogy. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Lisa, Nuneaton
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