• The Two Towers

  • Book Two in the Lord of the Rings Trilogy
  • By: J. R. R. Tolkien
  • Narrated by: Rob Inglis
  • Length: 16 hrs and 40 mins
  • 4.9 out of 5 stars (48,613 ratings)

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The Two Towers

By: J. R. R. Tolkien
Narrated by: Rob Inglis
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The Two Towers is the second volume of J.R.R. Tolkien's epic saga, The Lord of the Rings.

The Fellowship has been forced to split up. Frodo and Sam must continue alone towards Mount Doom, where the One Ring must be destroyed. Meanwhile, at Helm’s Deep and Isengard, the first great battles of the War of the Ring take shape.

In this splendid, unabridged audio production of Tolkien’s great work, all the inhabitants of a magical universe - hobbits, elves, and wizards - spring to 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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Just what I wanted

The reader really tries to capture the essence as best he is able, and the range of his voice is limited to be sure but he brings the same feeling as reading the books.

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Great narrator!

So enjoyable listening to this story with narration. Characters come alive. It’s like watching the movie but much better!

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Outstanding narration! Absolute perfection!

Rob Ingles’ voices and pacing and enthusiasm! Masterful! I loved each and every minute. Didn’t want it to end!

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The best narrator

Rob Inglis’ narration is flawless. The characterization had to have influenced the actors and directors of the 2001-2003 Peter Jackson films. I’m extremely cheap, but bought all of Inglis’ LOTR audiobooks rather than listen to free versions available elsewhere.

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Absolutely Wonderful!

A timeless classic brought to life. The narration of Rob Inglis brings unexpected warmth and depth to the tale of the battle for Middle Earth. Each character is brought to life through a unique voice. Highly recommended!

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I loved it.

As all the others it was amazing. Better and different from the movie. I loved the detail. A few conversations carried on a bit, but I didn’t mind.
My one true complaint is in the performance. I love Rob Ingrid, but this book had a few issues.
1) I could hear talking and background noises from time to time. Also he didn’t do as well with keeping his character voices separate and consistent, but I still liked it overall.

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glorious

so we'll read. this classic really comes alive in a way I haven't heard since my dad read it to me.

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one of the greatest stories told.

great narrating. a great story a must for any audio book collection. a must have.

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Really brought the book to Life!

I have enjoyed listening. This will be a series that I will repeat. Recommend it highly.

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My favorite of the trilogy, all due to the Ents!

This narrator does such a great job of switching from one voice to another, seamlessly, that I don't need to hear "said Frodo" to know it was Frodo who just spoke. I have the advantage that I never read the printed books so I don't have any preconceived notions of how something is pronounced.

My favorite characters are the Ents. I just love them and hence they alone made this story my favorite of the quest. Plus the 'perils' the main characters seemed to get in made so much more sense in this book.

Love those Ents who aren't hasty!

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