The Lord of the Rings
The Lord of the Rings is J.R.R. Tolkien's epic high fantasy masterpiece about the quest to destroy the One Ring and defeat the Dark Lord Sauron. This legendary tale of friendship, courage, and sacrifice has defined the fantasy genre and captivated readers and viewers worldwide.
Category
Literature
Release Year
1954
Origin
United Kingdom
Tags
fantasyliteratureepicadventurefriendshipmagicmythologyclassic
Detailed Overview Information
Basic Information
Full Name
The Lord of the Rings
Aliases
Not specified
Type
literature
Release Year
1954
Status
Completed literary work, expanded through adaptations
Origin
United Kingdom
Region
Not specified
Creation Information
Creator
Not specified
Publisher
Not specified
Original Work
literature
Genre
fantasy, literature, epic, adventure, friendship, magic, mythology, classic
Content Information
Synopsis
The Lord of the Rings is J.R.R. Tolkien's epic high fantasy masterpiece about the quest to destroy the One Ring and defeat the Dark Lord Sauron. This legendary tale of friendship, courage, and sacrifice has defined the fantasy genre and captivated readers and viewers worldwide.
Main Characters
Not specified
Setting
Not specified
Themes
fantasy, literature, epic, adventure, friendship, magic, mythology, classic
Target Audience
Not specified
Media Forms
Original Medium
Novel
Adaptations
Films, TV series, Radio dramas, Stage productions, Video games, Comics
Merchandise
Collectibles, Jewelry, Clothing, Home decor, Art books, Music albums
Cross Media
Theme park attractions, Exhibitions, Concerts, Academic studies
Commercial Information
Book Sales
Over 150 million copies sold worldwide
Box Office
$2.9 billion (Peter Jackson trilogy)
Critical Reception
Universally acclaimed, considered greatest fantasy work
Audience Reception
Beloved worldwide, cultural phenomenon
Awards
Hugo Award, International Fantasy Award, 17 Academy Awards for films
Merchandise Revenue
Billions in global sales across all media
Fan Culture
Fanbase Size
Hundreds of millions of fans worldwide
Demographics
All ages, particularly fantasy enthusiasts and literature lovers
Community Platforms
TheOneRing.net, Reddit, Discord, Facebook groups, Academic societies
Fan Creations
Fan fiction, Fan art, Music, Cosplay, Languages, Academic research
Conventions
Dragon Con, Comic-Con, Tolkien Society events, Fantasy conventions
Fandom Characteristics
Deep lore appreciation, Language study, Academic analysis, Cosplay culture
Historical Development
Creation Background
Tolkien created Middle-earth as a mythology for England, inspired by his linguistic expertise
Major Milestones
1954-1955: Original trilogy published, 1978: First animated film released, 2001-2003: Peter Jackson's film trilogy, 2012-2014: The Hobbit film trilogy, 2022: The Rings of Power series launched
Cultural Impact
Defined modern fantasy genre, influenced countless works
Legacy
Considered the foundation of modern fantasy literature and media
Related Links
www.tolkien.co.uk
www.enjoyip.com