The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien
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Book Reviews of The Lord of the Rings
Book Review: EXCELLENT edition of this masterpiece
Summary: 5 Stars
Like so many others, I won't review the novel here. It's the best. Read it.
This edition, however, puts all the others to shame. It's beautifully printed on extremely high-quality paper, and designed to last. the illustrations are beautiful, and there are just enough of them. Not so many to make it a picture book, if you know what I mean. It doesn't have fold-out maps, but I already have them with my old 2nd editon and the book of the maps of middle earth. The actual back and cover and binding are real cloth-bound and heavy duty. Plus they are red as they should be. (think red book of Westmarch...) This book will last.
Also, I HIGHLY recommend this over any of the one-volume editions for one big reason.
Weight.
It's just too much to hold that big huge 50th anniversary edition in your lap and read. I've had some of the smaller one-volume editions of this book, too, and I gave 'em away, because when I read it, I want to be comfortable.
Book Review: A great set of these incredible books
Summary: 5 Stars
This review pertains to the 3 volume boxed set of The Lord of the Rings. I've had this set of books for a couple years now, and absolutely love them. The illustrations by Alan Lee are great, and in my opinion are the most faithful renditions of what was in Tolkien's head most of the time. The binding is immaculate and the books are printed on very high quality paper.
This is a great way to enjoy the Lord of the Rings. This set is obviously not for the casual reader (though I can't imagine a casual reader dishing out this kind of money), and you certainly can't curl up with this version, but that's not the point. The illustrated edition is a work of art in its own right, and I can imagine using this version to read the books to my kids but not taking them with me to read in bed. I have a paperback version of the books as well, but this is a great edition to have if, like me, you love these timeless classics so much you simply want a lasting tribute to them.
Book Review: Classic Fantasy
Summary: 5 Stars
The genre of modern fantasy started here with Tolkein's epic. The Lord of the Rings is a vividly written story with an entangling plot, genuine and original characters, and the bewitching voice of J.R.R. Tolkein. Though at first glance many modern readers find the descriptions and dialogue overwrought, upon closer examination, nothing less could possibly do. Our impatience comes from our way of life, which must be utterly put aside to enjoy this book's breathtaking landscapes, enchanting cultures rich in songs and history, and a cast of both noble and despicable characters. Each development comes in its due time, accompanied by the laughter and tears of the irresistible connection between storyteller and audience.Yet in these pages the reader will also find layers of symbolism, an almost unintentional social conscience, and a story of our world that makes these books frighteningly relevant today. There lies wisdom for the discovery of anyone who will listen.
Book Review: Lord of the Rings- the best book on Earth! ....
Summary: 5 Stars
The Lord of the Rings is the best book i have ever read!(and that's saying something) Tolkien creates such a detailed and believable world that you forget you live in the present and get totally absorbed into the books. (I start thinking in elvish...)You can feel the things the characters are feeling, you can imagine the places Tolkien creates, and most of all, you can relate to the books. Most people would think me too young to understand the meaning and depth of the Lord of the Rings. But I do. the Lord of the Rings is about friendship, trust, honor, and most importantly, hope. If you haven't read the lord of the rings, you should- now. Like order it now or run off to the nearest bookstore and buy it. In my opinion(any many others opinions)it is one of the best literary works of all time. Anyone who doesn't get to experience the brilliance of Tolkien's work has been truely deprived. The Lord of the RIngs deserves more than 5 stars.Book Review: One of my favorite pieces of literature
Summary: 5 Stars
I began reading this series when I was about 16 years old or so. The latest film, based on the books, Peter Jacksons "The Fellowship of the Ring", really brought my interest to the story. I hadn't heard of the Trilogy until after I'd seen FOTR.
I believe people sometimes need to take a break from things and enjoy a good story of such magnitude; to suspend our worries over petty things,and to embrace a story that uses our brains, forgetting our societal customs for a bit and embracing our imaginations. To dip a toe into the pond of escapism.
In any case, the book is a great story with great characters. These characters act independently and with each other in an attempt to rid their world of an evil that plagues them. It is a story that has a familiar aspect to it. The Shire is reminiscent of youthful adventures, and even though there was no Gandalf when I was younger, it seems like there should have been.