The Fellowship of the Ring (by J.R.R. Tolkien)

*The Fellowship of the Ring* by J.R.R. Tolkien is the first volume of *The Lord of the Rings* trilogy, chronicling the journey of a diverse group of characters who form a fellowship to destroy a powerful, corrupting ring. The ring, if left in evil hands, could enslave the world. The story follows their perilous quest across Middle-earth, highlighting themes of friendship, bravery, and sacrifice. As they face numerous dangers, they must overcome internal conflicts and external threats to prevent the ring’s evil from spreading, setting the stage for an epic struggle between good and evil.