La Germandat de l'Anell (1954)

Loved the book, and looking forward to reading the next book. Although I've skipped through some of the poems and songs, it's been an easier read than I'd expected. Especially after some rather negative reviews of some readers who found it long winded and boring. So can't wait to dive into the Two Towers. ( )

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I learned to read partly by following along as my father read Tolkien’s books aloud to myself and my siblings. I can understand how one might prefer the heightened drama of the sequels, but the sense of adventure, wonder, and discovery in Fellowship was my favorite part of the series. Tolkien’s prose is detailed, wandering, and at times obscure. But his imagination and storytelling are to me unparalleled. He revived a tradition of inventing fairy-stories, and inspired a genre with these books. ( )

too painfully long and descriptive ( )

In the first installment of the "Lord of the Rings"-series, Tolkien continues to bring his own fantasy world to life. Introduced in The Hobbit, Middle-earth becomes darker with Frodo, Bilbo's nephew in the focus of the book. Frodo Baggins lives a perfect, normal life in the Shire, but after he learns of the importance of his uncle's ring, his life changes completely.

This book is the perfect piece of art for a fantasy fan and it is a must-read for anybody who is interested in mythology, medieval topics and quest-stories. Tolkien is a master at creating a realistic atmosphere and the world he created has so many details, including languages, that the reader encounters a world somewhat similar to ours on the one side, but completely different to it on the other side. ( )