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The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Volume 2
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LENGTH6 hrs and 56 mins
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RELEASE DATE11/10/2005
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Program TypeAudiobook
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Publisher's Summary
Gandalf returned, miraculously, and defeated the evil wizard, Saruman. Meanwhile, Sam and Frodo progressed towards Mordor to destroy the Ring, accompanied by Smeagol-Gollum, still obsessed by his "preciouss". After a battle with the giant spider, Shelob, Sam left his master for dead; but Frodo is alive, in the hands of the orcs. And all the time the armies of the Dark Lord are massing.
Since it was first published in 1954, The Lord of the Rings has been a book people have treasured. Steeped in unrivalled magic and otherworldliness, its sweeping fantasy has touched the hearts of young and old alike. Nearly 100 million copies of its many editions have been sold around the world, and occasional collector's editions become prized and valuable items of publishing. Now it is available for the first time on digital download, complete and unabridged.
This is the second book of The Return of the King.
©1954, 1966 The Trustees of the J.R.R. Tolkien 1967 Settlement; (P)1991 Recorded Books, LLC; This edition published 2001 by HarperCollinsPublishers Ltd., London, UK
What the Critics Say
"An extraordinary book. It deals with a stupendous theme. It leads us through a succession of strange and astonishing episodes, some of them magnificent." (The Observer)
"Among the greatest works of imaginative fiction of the twentieth century." (Sunday Telegraph)
What Members Say
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"Very good"
Very good, and well produced. However, despite this being billed as unabridged, it does not include the annexes.
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"The best of them all"
Couldn't find the time to read the series & I decided to listen while running. Initially it feels slightly dated however I found myself griped after a while & found myself running more just to hear the stories through. Even the singing parts were ok albeit didn't add much to the story. I'd say if you like fantasy at all you have to read tolkeins work, or like me listen if you don't have the time. Adds so much more to the movies.
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"Timeless classic"
Marvelously done, perfect voice for the story and brings to life everything I loved about the books the first time I read them.
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"Spectacular"
Grand, sweeping, and deeply beautiful. 'The Return of the King' is Tolkien at the top of his game. Clever, profound and moving - it has become the blueprint for every subsequent fantasy writer. I re-read it most years but now will probably listen to it instead. Big fan of Rob Inglis, too. He was the perfect choice for this book.
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"One 'Book' To Rule Them All!"
WOW!! Absolutely superb! A truly amazing book, from start to finish. The Lord of the Rings movies, really don't even scratch the surface. This is, without doubt, a masterpiece. Excellently written, and narrated with style.
If you've watched the movies, and think you know what Lord of the Rings is about, think again. Get this book, and you will understand what I mean.
Absolutely brilliant!0 of 0 people found this review helpful