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The Return of the King

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The Return of the King is the concluding chapter of the epic saga where the forces of good face the final battle against the dark power of Sauron. As the fate of Middle-earth hangs in the balance, key characters undertake dangerous journeys, confronting immense challenges. The story weaves themes of courage, friendship, and hope as the climactic struggle unfolds, determining the realm's future.
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The Return of the King

Concluding the story begun in The Hobbit, this is the final part of Tolkien’s epic masterpiece, The Lord of the Rings. Featuring a striking black cover based on Tolkien’s own design, the definitive text, and a detailed map of Middle-earth.

The Classic Bestselling Fantasy Novel

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The final part of Tolkien's epic masterpiece, The Lord of the Rings, featuring an exclusive cover designed to complement the new 'History of Middle-earth' series.

The climactic volume of the trilogy, wherein the little hobbit and his trusty companions make a terrible journey to the heart of the land of the Shadow in a final reckoning with the power of Sauron.

Impossible to describe in a few words, J.R.R. Tolkien's great work of imaginative fiction has been labelled both a heroic romance and a classic fantasy fiction. By turns comic and homely, epic and diabolic, the narrative moves through countless changes of scene and character in an imaginary world which is totally convincing in its detail.

Tolkien created a vast new mythology in an invented world which has proved timeless in its appeal.

Series: The Lord of the Rings

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The Return of the King by J. R. R. Tolkien is widely celebrated for its exceptional storytelling, imaginative depth, and exciting narrative. Critics praise it as a masterpiece that captivates readers with its rich characters and epic scope. Notable reviews highlight its extraordinary creativity and the grandeur of its tale, solidifying its status as a landmark work in the realm of fantasy literature.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780261103597

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 November 1997

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Illustration: (1 x b/w map), Index

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 29.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 320g

Pages: 464

About the Author

J.R.R.Tolkien (1892-1973) was a distinguished academic, though he is best known for writing The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion, plus other stories and essays. His books have been translated into over 30 languages and have sold many millions of copies worldwide.

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