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The Lord of the Rings (3 Book Box set) (Paperback)

by J.R.R. Tolkien (Author)
4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (151 customer reviews)

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  • Paperback: 1500 pages
  • Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd; New edition edition (1 Mar 1999)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0261102389
  • ISBN-13: 978-0261102385
  • Product Dimensions: 17.6 x 11.6 x 10.6 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (151 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 10,333 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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For those who have not read Tolkien's epic fantasy, or for those looking to replace a worn and battered copy, this three-volume The Lord of the Rings box set is a great place to start. Comprising the three novels that make up the Lord of the Rings sequence--The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers and The Return of the King--the whole set is presented in matching matt black packaging with embossed runes and coloured rings. Of course, beneath the fancy covers lies a great epic story of good versus evil, perhaps one of the greatest stories ever told. Attractively presented--and at a great price--there really is no excuse not to have this in your collection. So go on, give it a try; once you've entered Tolkien's fantastic imagination, you'll find it hard to leave. --Jonathan Weir

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'Extraordinarily imaginative, and wholly exciting.' The Times 'The story itself is superb.' Observer 'A most remarkable feat.' Guardian 'An astonishing imaginative tour de force.' Daily Telegraph 'Tolkien was a storyteller of genius.' Literary Review 'Amongst the greatest works of imaginative fiction of the twentieth century.' Sunday Telegraph

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Better than the films, 5 Feb 2003
By Andy (Glamorgan) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Lord of the Rings 3 book boxset (movie covers) (Paperback)
The common misconception that once you've seen the films you don't need to read the books is absolute rubbish where The Lord of the Rings Trilogy is concerned. The Fellowship of the Ring for example could be made into several films. Many main characters were left out in the film and much of the detailed journeys of Gandalf and Frodo can only be found in the book.
If you want the full flavour of what the Lord of the Rings is all about then i suggest you by the books! The films are fantastic but the books are even better!
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83 of 91 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A literary masterpeice, 15 Jan 2002
In fairness Lord of the Rings doesn't require much praise. It certainly doesn't require another lengthy review from a Amazon customer. However I feel that it would be good to address those people who have seen the film and now feel it's time to read the book.

The book is, and will always remain, a classic in the works of literature. The film has been well received and is indeed a welcome adaptation of the book. But the two cannot be compared. For those of you who have seen the film first, don't expect to receive the same Hollywood style action packed story in the book. If you expect this then you will find the book boring by comparion and it may be wise to avoid it. However if you wish to experience the story told in fantastic detail using some of the best English literature, then you will find the book a true reward and encourage you to read it.

Tolkien was known to have said that nothing he created could be captured in a film, it exists only in scrolls and imagination. I whole heartly agree with him.

Don't let the film cloud your judgement on a true classic.

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55 of 61 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Read it 8 times in 18 months, its gotta be good!, 5 Aug 2001
By angelat27a@aol.com (Sheffield, UK) - See all my reviews
I am 14yrs old and so far have read this book cover to cover eight times, and I have only had it for 18 months! This alone should be a clear indication of how truly excellent this book is.

It's difficult to define the story of The Lord Of The Rings. Initially it is the account of the hobbit Frodo Baggins's journey right into the heart of the land of Sauron, mighty enemy of Middle Earth, to destroy a powerful ring which, if retrieved by Sauron, would mean the end of life, the desecration of the land. However, so many tales are entwined with Frodo's journey that the book becomes almost real, the immense detail in which the events are described makes it almost impossible NOT to believe.

I believe that everyone should read this book. It's magical concoction of journey and battle, goblins, elves and powerful beings, coupled with its astonishing believeabilty (is that a word?) makes it completely unmissable.

Tolkien was a mastermind. Find out why for yourself. Read this book.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A true master of literature
With the words which sing songs of tales unkown we enter from the first page of Tolkien's adventure. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mr. Hiten Sudra

1.0 out of 5 stars really overrated
i read this book because all my freinds where saying how cool it was, but really it was rubbish!!! i mean i like fantasy but this book was so derivitive!!! Read more
Published 2 months ago by Paul R. Farrington-Douglas

5.0 out of 5 stars The lord of the rings book box set review
Arrived earlier than expected, all books in good condition. Would definetly buy through the same people.
Published 4 months ago by Kristi Browne

5.0 out of 5 stars Not for Children or Bell-ends who think it is
To all the bell-ends out there who keep saying this is a kids book....try reading it first. If you like Goodkind, Jordan, Williams, Foster, etc, etc, etc.. Read more
Published 5 months ago by A. J. Davies

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best Fantasy Novel ever writtren
A Spell bounding story of adventure, friendship and couridge in the face of evil. tolkien has written something that will be a classic even when my grandchildrens children are... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Nathan A. Lusby

5.0 out of 5 stars This is not a novel in the modern sense
To all the people who've given this a low mark, and all seem to have the same gripe with it - you all fail to understand that this is not a novel in the sense we've come to... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Mr. R. A. Seffen

1.0 out of 5 stars So over-rated it hurts
I think my problem with this book(/s) is that I didn't read it when I was a child. If I had done, I may have loved it like I did Star Wars or appreciated the world it creates like... Read more
Published 9 months ago by John Taylor

1.0 out of 5 stars shockingly bad
This is the single most apallingly overrated nonsense I have ever had my displeasure to read. It starts badly (there never is a plausible reason given why the hobbits set off on... Read more
Published 10 months ago by M. Bosman

2.0 out of 5 stars DON'T DELUDE YOURSELF: THIS IS A BOOK FOR KIDS
A promising start and then the sheer, tiresome old-skool epic-ness of the thing soon drags things down to a trudge, just before you start screaming to yourself, 'Will anybody... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Easily Me

5.0 out of 5 stars A challenge, but well worth the effort.
This book is a challenge. This is what puts many people off it the first time they open it, especially if they have already seen the movie. Read more
Published 15 months ago by M. van Beek

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