Title: The Return of the King
Author: J.R.R. Tolkien
ISBN: 0618260285
Location: 1C
Keywords: The Return of the King, fantasy, epic battle, courage, friendship, loyalty, Middle-earth, good vs evil, destiny, sacrifice, heroism, redemption, kingship, hope
Synopsis: The Return of the King is the final volume in J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings trilogy, bringing the epic journey to a climactic end. The story follows the divided paths of the fellowship as they confront the forces of darkness in Middle-earth. Aragorn embraces his destiny as the true king of Gondor, rallying the armies of Rohan and Gondor to defend against the overwhelming forces of Sauron. Alongside Legolas, Gimli, and Gandalf, he leads a last stand at the gates of Mordor, hoping to divert Sauron’s gaze from Frodo’s mission.
Meanwhile, Frodo and Sam make the treacherous journey deep into Mordor, guided by the treacherous Gollum, to destroy the One Ring in the fires of Mount Doom. Along the way, they face unimaginable hardships, with Frodo bearing the heavy burden of the ring’s corrupting power. The strength of friendship and resilience shine as Sam supports Frodo to the end, underscoring the story’s themes of loyalty, courage, and sacrifice.
As the forces of good confront the darkness of Mordor, The Return of the King explores themes of hope, redemption, and the ultimate triumph of light over darkness. The novel concludes with the defeat of Sauron, the crowning of Aragorn as king, and the bittersweet return of the hobbits to the Shire, forever changed by their experiences. Tolkien’s richly crafted conclusion affirms the enduring power of courage, unity, and love in the face of overwhelming adversity.
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