These books are strong in
character, story, language and setting.
Summary:
This trilogy tells the story of Frodo Baggins, Samwise Gamgee, Merry Brandybuck, Pippin Took (hobbits), Legolas (elf), Gimli (dwarf), and Gandalf (wizard).
There are various other characters - both good and bad - such as Saruman (bad wizard) and Sauron (dark lord).
Young hobbit, Frodo Baggins, inherits the Ring of Power. The Dark Lord Sauron
seeks for his ring. Frodo, with the help of Gandalf the wizard and Frodo's
hobbit friends, Sam, Merry, and Pippin, set off to destroy the ring. Aragorn,
the self exiled future King of Gondor, pledges his support and life to help
Frodo complete his quest. All of the Fellowship, and all of those who help any
of its members, face great hardship and peril. Sauron and his minions are
intent on getting back the Ring of Power. All members of the Fellowship and
their allies must endure much pain, conflict, and testing of courage.
I would recommend these books!
Why?
There is no better written or popular fantasy adventure than Tolkien's.
Slightly older teens who like Harry Potter will definitely enjoy these
books. Also, the fact that it is now a motion picture will make the books even
more accessible to teen readers, especially girls and boys who are not already avid
readers. The movie tie-in aspect is a wonderful way for readers to gain access
to this story since it is a hefty, detailed read, (but so is Harry Potter).
Other suggested reading:
El Silmarillion and The Hobbit - also by J.R.R. Tolkien
The Lord of the Rings Official Movie Guide by Brian Sibley
Tolkien: A Biogprahy by Humphrey Carpenter
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Related links:
The Lord of the Rings: Official Movie Site
One Ring: the Complete Guide to Tolkien Online
The Tolkien Society
Employee Initials: KS
Review Date: February 2003
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