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  • 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 (49,066 ratings)

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The Two Towers

By: J. R. R. Tolkien
Narrated by: Rob Inglis
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Publisher's summary

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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A Great Book with a great narrator

What did you love best about The Two Towers?

This review is about the entire trilogy. I'll start by saying that the Lord of the Rings is my favorite book; so much so that I have to return to Middle Earth every 3-4 years for a visit. I was, therefore, somewhat leery of an audiobook as I have very set notions of who the characters are. Rob Inglis's narration is incredible, his voices for all the characters were easily recognizable. I felt that his singing of the numerous ballads added a new dimension that my previous readings had not. I kept thinking that Peter Jackson must have listened to Inglis's version as so many of the actors he cast for the movie sounded so much like Ingli's characterization. My only complain is that the audio version lasted even less time that my readings as I listened every minute I had a chance.

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Captivating.

Rob Inglis does a fantastic reading. Enjoyed the story line as well. Book one is my favorite, but the story is incomplete without the others.

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Excellent!

Would you listen to The Two Towers again? Why?

Yes. It's one of my favorite books.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Treebeard. He's just so Entish.

Which character – as performed by Rob Inglis – was your favorite?

Treebeard

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

The last march of the Ents.

Any additional comments?

I enjoyed using the whisper sync. feature.

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Fantastic!

Wonderful story told in full. The narrator steals the show and brings every character to life as if it was written for him. Admittedly this is the lesser of the trilogy, still tremendous nonetheless.

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worthy of the term 'classic'

I have read this series many times. Although there are a few mispronounced names, Rob Inglis provides a fantastic performance of a timeless classic.

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Cool

Awesome plot 2 books in one it's the best book ever. Cool cool cool cool

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Just Love this series

Once again, awesome book. Beautifully narrated, and just perfect. would recommend to anyone and everyone.

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Very Tedious But Very Well Made

Would you consider the audio edition of The Two Towers to be better than the print version?

Yes - print books can't sing!

What did you like best about this story?

It was fun to see where the books digressed from the plot of the movies - I learned a lot more about Treebeard and the palantir in this one than in the movies.

Which character – as performed by Rob Inglis – was your favorite?

Samwise Gamgee has always been a favorite of mine.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

I was really intrigued by the scene of Pippin and the palantir - I guess I have a soft spot for characters who make foolish choices but try their best, especially under compulsion like he was.

Any additional comments?

I do have a problem with the lack of diversity in Tolkein's stories. I think the storytelling and worldbuilding is incredible, especially with all the different species and languages he maintains. However, the skin color and genders of the character are not very diverse, and the whole series sort of reeks of male privilege.

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loved it

I couldn't put it down. had to listen to it on the phone as I was walking.

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excellent!

great narration, very gripping and engaging.and of course, the story is one of the best ever

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