• The Fellowship of the Ring

  • Book One in The Lord of the Rings Trilogy
  • By: J. R. R. Tolkien
  • Narrated by: Rob Inglis
  • Length: 19 hrs and 7 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (64,991 ratings)

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The Fellowship of the Ring

By: J. R. R. Tolkien
Narrated by: Rob Inglis
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Inspired by The Hobbit and begun in 1937, The Lord of the Rings is a trilogy that J.R.R. Tolkien created to provide "the necessary background of history for Elvish tongues". From these academic aspirations was born one of the most popular and imaginative works in English literature.

The Fellowship of the Ring, the first volume in the trilogy, tells of the fateful power of the One Ring. It begins a magnificent tale of adventure that will plunge the members of the Fellowship of the Ring into a perilous quest and set the stage for the ultimate clash between the powers of good and evil.

In this splendid, unabridged audio production of Tolkien's great work, all the inhabitants of a magical universe – hobbits, elves, and wizards – step colorfully into life. Rob Inglis' narration has been praised as a masterpiece of audio.

©1983 Christopher R. Tolkien, Michael H.R.Tolkien, John F.R. Tolkien, and Priscilla M.A.R.Tolkien (P)1990 Recorded Books

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Excellent!

it was a wonderful journey with the Fellowship!
i can't wait to delve into book 2!

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GOAT

One of the greatest stories ever written and read outloud. Period. I consider myself lucky to have read this book.

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Best trilogy ever

I first became acquainted with Tolkien in 1973 in high school. A friend turned me on to The Hobbit describing the characters holes, fuzzy toes and small stature. He bought me a paperback and I was up all night reading. Copies of the trilogy Lord of the Rings soon followed. Over the years I've read all four books many times. I bought a leather bound set in adulthood and it is well worn. I was greatly surprised at the quality of the six movies produced from the books. I've watched each of them several times. Now my third kind of media where I enjoy Tolkien. Listening to the Audible recordings of the Hobbit and the Lord of the Rings has been wonderful. All of the recordings are very well produced. It takes a bit of commitment to complete the set. I enjoyed every minute and have just started my second listening. Buy these recordings. They are well worth the expense.

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A Classic!

I read this when I was young and it even better performed by this narrator. loved it.

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Rob Inglis is charming

I was pleasantly surprised to hear Mr. Tolkien’s poems/lyrics made love into songs. I truly enjoyed listening to this narration.

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Amazing

I’ve watched the movies and just wow finally listening (reading) the books so much was left out and I’m so happy I can listen to them and learn the whole story of the lord of the rings trilogy

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The fellowship of the ring

The narrator does a wonderful job of brining to life story. I truly enjoyed every moment of middle earth , I bet you will too

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Excellent reading

This is a great reading of the first volume of the classic fantasy work. We really enjoyed this. Thank you

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<3

while it's the foundation of modern fantasy, it remains singular. so great. only wish I'd read it earlier.

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A long loved classic

I've read and loved the book for years. Audiobook version is perfect company these days.

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