The Lord of the Rings (novel and adaptations)

"The Lord of the Rings" is a high-fantasy novel by J.R.R. Tolkien, published in three volumes from 1954 to 1955. It follows the quest to destroy the One Ring, a powerful artifact sought by the dark lord Sauron. The story features rich world-building, diverse characters, and themes of friendship, sacrifice, and the struggle between good and evil. Adapted into highly successful films by Peter Jackson in the early 2000s, the movies brought Tolkien's epic tale to a wider audience, enhancing its cultural impact and introducing iconic imagery and characters to popular culture.