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Summary: murphy's reveiw
Review: Title: The Lord of the Rings, The Fellowship of the Ring
Author: J.R.R. Tolkien
Genre: Fantasy In this book the author's imagination comes to life with great description and word choice that paints pictures in your mind while reading. On Bilbo's 111th birthday he disappears on another one of his adventures but the only person that knows that he left is his friend Gandalf a wizard. Before Bilbo went he left a very mysterious and powerful ring behind for Gandalf to give to Bilbo's cousin Frodo. When Frodo received the ring from Gandalf he learned all about the ring and he learned that a very powerful dark lord is looking for it and if he finds it he will rule the world. Learning that fordo knew he had to leave his house and destroy the ring by tossing it into the cracks of doom. Sam, Merry and Pippin join Frodo on his quest to destroy the ring. On their way they come very close to death with many different enemy's including the Black Riders. Also on the way they find another companion Aragorn a friend of Bilbo's. Together they get closer to the house of Elrond, there they can rest and get rid of all their stress. With only a mile to go Frodo all alone encounters the black riders as the riders get closer to Frodo a spell is cast by Elrond and Gandalf at the house of Elrond due to this Frodo blacks out. Weeks later Frodo wakes up to find himself in the house of Elrond and finds all of his friends and Bilbo! Frodo is very excited to see Bilbo and they talked to each other for hours. About a month later it is time for Frodo to continue his quest and has some new companions to go with him Gandalf the wizard, Legolas the elf, Gimli the dwarf and Boromir of Gondor. Then they all depart from the house of Elrond to finish Frodo's quest the whole world is depending on. Will they make it? What dangers will they encounter? To find out the answers to all these questions and more read this wonderful book.
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Summary: Lookie Pookies Book Review
Review: In the Lord of the Rings the Fellowship of the Ring, there is one ring that everyone is after. This ring is a ring of power that will give the evil lord Sauron ultimate power. It turns out that a hobbit named Bilbo has acquired the ring over time. The ring has a bad effect on Bilbo after years of having it because of the evil power inside it and gives it to his nephew Frodo before he leaves reluctantly. Frodo learns about the evil power of the ring from his good friend Gandalf the wizard and decides to destroy it and THEN.........You will have to read it to find out. Well anyways the book is a little hard to read and very big but it was good and very enjoyable and I had a good time with it.
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Summary: An Adventure of Epic Proportions Delivers as Promised
Review: A company of nine which comprise of three humans, four hobbits, an elf and a dwarf embark on a adventurous journey to keep a powerful and dangerous ring from being recovered by it's creator, the evil Sauron. This first book in the Lord of the Rings trilogy introduces the characters and how they came together and follows them until they are split up. This story keeps the reader in suspense as the party runs from the evil minions that chase them accross the terrain of Middle Earth. Not only does Tolkien tell a story, he weaves an intricate background of history, culture, and lore for his make-believe world. This sometimes causes the story to slow down as it breaks into song periodically. Of course, the reader may choose to skip the songs since the toon and rhythm is unknown. Overall, I rate this a 5 star story for Tolkiens brilliance in story-telling and attention to detail.
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Summary: Literary Devices in The Fellowship of the Ring
Review: J.R.R. Tolkien, author of The Fellowship of the Ring, always possessed an interest in the English language and began writing The Lord of the Rings trilogy in 1939. The story falls under the fantasy and adventure genre. The epic is set in the land of Middle Earth where Men, Elves, Dwarves and Hobbits dwell. The once weakened Dark Lord Sauron has regained much of his power and is searching for his Ring, which is the focal point of his power. Now, Frodo Baggins, a cousin of the renowned Hobbit Bilbo Baggins, has acquired the Ring of power. The first half of The Fellowship of the Ring details Frodo's flight to the Elven City of Rivendell, where the fate of the Ring will be decided. Tolkien uses an intricate setting, a unique style and strong characterization to bring this adventure to life.
Perhaps the most important device Tolkien uses in his writing is setting. The first half of The Fellowship of the Ring is set in the imaginary country of Middle Earth and focuses on the Ring's journey to Rivendell. The environment plays an important role in The Fellowship of the Ring, and Tolkien spared no expense in creating a setting that could be clearly understood and visualized. To do this, Tolkien employed the use of personification. Frodo's travels through the Old Forest are a fine example of Tolkien's personification. "But after a while the air became hot and stuffy. The trees drew close again on either side, and they could no longer see far ahead. Now stronger than ever they felt again the ill will of the wood pressing on them." (123). Tolkien uses personification of the environment so well that the environment almost becomes a character in the story. The lifelike descriptions aid in making this story so real. Tolkien's style in this novel is noticeably different from other novels. One characteristic of his style is Tolkien's use of songs that are found throughout, and play an important role in his writing. Using songs, Tolkien is able to express feelings and relieve tension in suspenseful situations. The songs are also used to give the reader glimpses of the history of Middle Earth. For example, Strider sings a song of the old days to the Hobbits on their journey to Rivendell. "'I will tell you the tale of Tinuviel,' said Strider, 'in brief-for it is a long tale of which the end is not known and there are none now, except Elrond, that remember it aright as it was told of old.'"(203). This allows Tolkien to depict his imagined world without slowing the pace of the book. The reader gains knowledge of the world of Middle Earth that gives them a stronger connection with the story. Songs also server the purpose of giving readers insight into the characters of The Fellowship of the Ring. Tolkien develops Frodo from a young carefree hobbit to a hobbit encumbered with the burden of bearing the Ring of Power. As Frodo journeys towards Rivendell, he encounters challenges with other characters. These conflicts make the story suspenseful and create stronger bonds with his companions. Once Frodo reaches Rivendell, he will go towards Mordor on a quest to destroy the Ring. Tolkien's adventure does not bore and it only gets more exciting. The end is a cliffhanger and urges one to jump immediately to the next installment of The Lord of the Rings trilogy. I am tingling in anticipation to read what happens in The Two Towers (the second volume). I recommend this novel to any that seek a change in their life and want to escape to a wonderful world of mystery, honor, and adventure.
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Summary: Beginning of the Quest...
Review: As a rule, I tend to avoid books that fall into the "fantasy" categoy, but I decided to pick up The Hobbit & the Rings Trilogy, to see what all the hubbub was about. Any set of books that has held up as long as the LOR must have some redeeming qualities, and I figured I should at least give them a chance. So far (after the Hobbit and Fellowship), I'm glad I did. What I found was an intricate tale of friendship, duty, and the inner strengths and failings of men, wrapped in an epic quest whose goal is no less than to save the world from evil. *And no, I haven't seen the movies yet, so I went into the books blindly. The writing is fantastic, every step taken is described in tremendous detail, as first the Hobbits leave their home and gain companions along the way. I especially enjoyed the descriptions of the varying landscapes of Middle-Earth; from the mountains to the plains, Tolkien has a fantastic way of painting a picture. The struggles of the group and their wisdom and frustration are recounted in wonderful detail, as their pursuers attempt to close in on them. The plot-related minutae that fantasy fans love and most others hate is present in this book, and all but hardcore fantasy fans will find that the book bogs down a bit in the middle, where the reader is inundated with probably more detail than one really needs to enjoy the story. This is especially true during the Council of Elrond, where I was upset with Tolkien for not just getting on with the quest. The plot presented is wonderful in that the whole history of the ring and its quest are described in detail, but it gets a little slow at that point, and some may have to plow through that section. The final chapters of the book are wonderful, as the quest truly begins with the departure from Rivendell into the wild world beyond. The strengths and weaknesses of the individuals come to drive the plot to its ending and deliver a powerful message: that the seemingly weak can be the strongest among us when dire circumstances and great temptations arise, and the those who would be strong often hide great weaknesses. This lesson is slowly learned by the fellowship, and ultimately leads it to its fate. Finally, since I haven't read the next two books yet, I have to judge this book on its merits alone, and I must say it is a wonderful story, and it certainly leaves me craving the next installment.
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Summary: Tolkien's classic story captivates a new generation
Review: I choose to read the classic J. R. R. Tolkien book Lord of the Rings, specifically the Fellowship of the Ring, the first installment of the now famous trilogy. I choose to read it because I am a fan of both movies and have heard from several people that it is an outstanding book. I would have to say that I agree with these assessments, though I feel it was a little long winded at times.
The story is entertaining, at time engaging, and the most wonderful aspect of the entire book is that Tolken masterfully creates a world of fantasy that becomes alive in the readers mind. If you really try, you can imagine a Middle Earth consisting of Dwarfs, Elves, and Hobbits fighting for the survival of the human race. Tolken takes so much care in depicting the ordinary lifestyle of hobbits that it almost makes their life seem interesting when really it is boring. However, it is brought to life with astounding detail to their habits and makes it very easy for the reader to imagine knowing a hobbit.
One thing that must be made clear is that there is a world of difference between the movie and the book. Though the movie moves at a thunderous pace the book opts to be more cautious and deliberate as the tale unfolds. Of course Tolken had an entire book to work with while the movie has only three hours to unfold one of the premier science fiction stories of all time. The movie also leaves out important details about the story such as the time which passes when Frodo seizes control of Bag Ends, and the departure of Bilbo. In the movie it seems as though very little time elapses between these events however in the book it explains that no less than nine years passes before Gandalf comes to Frodo with news of the ring.
Also there are several chapters in the middle of the book which tell of the hobbits journey from the Shire to the rendezvous with Gandalf. Important characters are introduced and bonds are strengthened and it seems like a relevant part of the story to me, which should not have been completely overlooked in the movie.
The story is simply unique in its ability to capture the imagination of readers from many age groups. Though younger teens may have difficulty understanding more of the abstract aspects of the story the action and adventure of the story will surely keep them interested and older readers appreciate the shear genius of the story as they watch the carefully crafted tale unfold in three dazzling installments.
Though I can't honestly say that I enjoyed the book more than the movie (I am of the MTV generation after all), I can truly say that the book was enjoyable to read. It has interesting underlining themes I believe about racism and judging people and the ability of people of all size and stature to achieve in the most outlandish of tasks. If you need a little inspiration or you feel that you just don't measure up to the task at hand, just look at Frodo Baggins, the small hobbit who had to save the entire world from doom. It will definitely make you feel just a little bigger, and perhaps push you to achieve your goal.
The Fellowship of the Ring is a classic, and all classics deserve to be read. So if you are looking for a good book to read be sure to keep the Lord of the Rings as an option because books of it's quality are rare, and if you are a fan of the movie ( which has broken into the top ten grossing films of all times) it will help you garner a new appreciation for the story.
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Summary: A story about a hobbit
Review: A Review by Dillon This is a fantasy book with many adventures. It is about the beginning of the War of the Ring. The story has 9 main characters. They are Elves, Men, Hobbits, Dwarves, and a Wizard. The book varies from the movie in a lot of ways. Most of the ways are that it introduces more characters and has more exciting events. "The Fellowship" is about a hobbit and a gang of people loyal to him, setting out to Mordor to destroy the ring of power. The story ends about a third of the way through and there are many adventures throughout the book. One of the main things that I liked about this book was the cool story. By reading the book, I could tell that the author put a lot of thought into it. Since this is the first book in a series of three, it was very well written. I also liked the exciting adventures and battles in it. There were many times when the battles in the book were very different from the ones in the movie. It is very exciting the way the author describes the events in the book and it is fun trying to imagine what he is talking about. The creating of characters was also very excellently done. Tolkien does a very good job of describing the different races I think this was a very good book. I think that people who like fantasy books with lots of adventure and battles would enjoy this.
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Summary: Ultimate Epic Fantasy
Review: Elves. Dwarves. Hobbits. These are just a few of the many amazing creatures in this fantasy story brought to life by J.R.R. Tolkien. The first book in the Lord of the Rings trilogy is one of the best-written books I have ever read in my life. The story begins with Bilbo Baggins leaving his homeland of Hobbiton and leaving the dark, mysterious One Ring in the care of his nephew Frodo Baggins. Frodo is the main character throughout the trilogy. His friend and wizard, Gandolf the Grey, knows of the Ring and senses the danger behind it. Frodo is instructed to leave Hobbiton and take the Ring so it will be safe. He takes along his friends Sam, Merry, and Pippin. The Hobbits encounter danger in their quest to find a way to keep the Ring safe from its evil maker, Sauron, who is hunting the ring in order to rule the world. They finally reach Rivendell, the home of the elves, where the leaders of the elves, dwarves, and humans along with Frodo and Bilbo had a counsel meeting to decide what must be done with the Ring. This is the point in the book where the plot begins to thicken tremendously. Saying more would only give the best parts of the book away. The style in which this book is written has a mix of Old English in it, but the book is not hard to understand. Tolkien describes his characters in such a way that one can actually feel like they know the character. Tolkien provides such a great depth in his explanations of history and landscape. Some people may get bored saying that he drags the story on and on. However, the way that he uses description in his novel only adds more beauty and life to his epic fantasy. I strongly recommend this novel to anyone who loves to read and has a vivid imagination. The Fellowship of the Ring takes a deep commitment to stick to it and one's full attention to fully enjoy this wonderful book. The Fellowship of the Ring offers fantasy, adventure, and friendship wrapped in one extraordinary novel. The best thing about reading The Fellowship of the Ring is knowing that there are still two more novels waiting to be read in the wonderful Lord of the Rings trilogy.
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Summary: Best Book on the List
Review: I have this book and the rest of the series however i have only read this one! This book is EXTREMELY good!!!!!! I am on the B.O.B. team and it is on our list next year. I read it a few months ago and i LOVE it!!!!! It is soooo good! I am reading it soon for the second time. I am halfway through "Two Towers" and i stopped reading to work on the list but i am planning to finish it this summer. The Fellowship of The Ring is one my favorite book. People find it overrated because so many people like it. I wasnt going to read it at all because i was one of those people but i finally did and it is my favorite so give it a chance!
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Summary: A Hobbit's Destiny
Review: The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
By: J.R.R. Tolkien
Reviewed by: W. Horng
Per.6 This story talks about Frodo, a hobbit, who get hold of the Ring of Power and he had to destroy it in the mouth of Mt. Doom. At the beginning he was just a regular hobbit when his uncle Bilbo's old friend, Gandalf, came to celebrate Bilbo's 110th birthday! Gandalf found out that Bilbo has a magic ring but doesn't know that it was the Ring of Power. When he found out, he gave the ring to Frodo and told him to leave the Shire and go to the Prancing Pony to meet him. That's when Frodo and his friends Sam, Pippin, and Merry met Aragorn, a warrior who's suppose to be the king of Gondor. Together, Aragorn, Frodo, and his friends went to Rivendell, where the elves live. After they arrived at Rivendell, many people were gathered around to discuss how to destroy the Ring. Frodo volunteered with Gandalf, Aragorn, Legolas, Gimli, Boromir,and Frodo's friends. So the nine companions set out to Mt. Doom. Will they destroy the Ring of Power???
I like this book because it's so intense and amazing that you don't want to stop reading, especially when they were battling with the orcs or Urak hais. The sad thing was that the fellowship broke very soon after Gandalf fell down from the bridge of Khazad-dum with the Balrog that he was fighting with. The last words he said was to Frodo, " Run, you fool!" That part almost made me cry. It must felt really bad to watch as an old friend fall to his doom.
The part that I don't like about the book is Sauramon betraying the good and joining forces with Sauron, the Lord of the Rings who can destroy all of what is good in Middle-earth. Gadalf was shocked when he heard Sauramon said," Let's join with sauron, it's a much wiser choice." Gandalf refused to join with Sauron so Sauramon held him as capitive, luckily, he escaped. Gandalf left Sauramon with these words, " There is only one Lord of the Rings and he will not share his power."
My favorite part was when Frodo thought he got stabbed by the cave troll and was about to die, but he was wearing mythril, an armor light as a feather and as hard as dragon's scale, so he survived. I also like frodo's sword, Sting. I like it because each time when orcs are near, the sword glows, the brighter the closer the orcs are. If I have those things, then I wouldn't be afraid of battling anyone(Well, maybe except Demons and Balrogs).
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