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The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (Dramatised)

By: J. R. R. Tolkien
Narrated by: Ian Holm, Michael Hordern, Robert Stephens, full cast
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With its first broadcast on BBC Radio 4 on March 8th, 1981, this dramatised tale of Middle Earth became an instant global classic. It boasts a truly outstanding cast including Ian Holm (as Frodo), Sir Michael Hordern (as Gandalf), Robert Stephens (as Aragorn), Bill Nighy (as Sam Gamgee) and John Le Mesurier (as Bilbo). Brian Sibley's famous adaptation has been divided into three corresponding parts, with newly recorded beginning and end narration by Ian Holm, who now stars as Bilbo in the feature films based on The Lord of the Rings. Part One, The Fellowship of the Ring, introduces us to Frodo Baggins. With his uncle Bilbo having mysteriously disappeared, Frodo finds himself in possession of a simple gold ring that has great and evil power. It is the Ruling Ring, taken long ago from the Dark Lord, Sauron, who now seeks to possess it again. Frodo must do everything he can to prevent this, and with the help of Gandalf the wizard and a band of loyal companions he begins a perilous journey across Middle-earth. Sauron's Black Riders are on their trail as they travel to Rivendell, attempt to cross the snow-swept Misty Mountains and, in desperation, enter the terrifying Mines of Moria.

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Featured Article: Elrond—A Lord of the Rings Character Guide


If you love J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings, then you know that all of the events of the story would be impossible without the half-Elf Elrond. Elrond, the Lord of Rivendell, lived in Middle-earth from the First Age to the beginning of the Fourth Age. It was with the help of Elrond that the evil Sauron was defeated and alliances were forged. Elrond is one of the most prominent characters throughout Tolkien's stories. But who is he and what is his story?

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Bravo!

A superb rendition and telling of The Lord of the Rings, Fellowship.
All the actors, actresses did such a great job. I look forward to listening to the Two Towers and Return of the King

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Finally getting into LOTR

Great dramatization, but I didn't realize how much of a cliffhanger the ending was. :(

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Good production, sadly not "unabridged"

I knew that downside going in, but I would love an unabridged version with this cast to.

Can't really complain however, some details and things were skipped bit the story as a whole felt like it was complete for this part at least. I'm expecting similar things for the next two parts and if they are then I'd say these are well worth buying.

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best audioplay ever

if you do not own this you are missing out. it is the best thing you could ask for to listen to. I listen to this every night while falling asleep instead of watching TV because it is acted so well that you can visualize it in your head without any effort. buy the trilogy and then thank me later.

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Excellent

I loved it!
One of the best! Do yourself a favor and listen to this!

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Wonderful Dramatization of LOTR

I’m shocked how quickly I got through the reading. The acting is superb and loved it, will be purchasing the Two Towers next. Only thing I wish the narrator had “explained” the fight scenes with more detail.

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Treasure of all times

Amazing experience. Beautiful atmosphere. Not heard something similar in actual times. Very heart catching. I am fan of Tolkien. Of course...

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Amazing

It made me relive the movies once again! I loved the effort and performance of this book

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It was very entertaining

The story was a tiny bit confusing and we couldn’t here sometimes. Other than that, the performance and effects were amazing and so was the story.

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Great adaptation for a fan of the book to have

I was nervous about this title when I downloaded it from Audible. As a fan of the books who reads them at least once a year, I can say that this dramatized version was very well done. Yes parts of the books have been removed and certain lines were changed but the performances from the actors help you to forget this. This dramatization is a great way to introduce the story to younger kids who may not want to 'read' a book this long. Worth every penny.

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