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Synopsis
NATIONAL BESTSELLER • The complete four-book boxed set of the greatest fantasy epic of all time: The Lord of the Rings and its enchanting prequel, The Hobbit When Thorin Oakenshield and his band of dwarves embark upon a dangerous quest to reclaim the hoard of gold stolen from them by the evil dragon Smaug, Gandalf the wizard suggests an unlikely accomplice: Bilbo Baggins, an unassuming Hobbit dwelling in peaceful Hobbiton. Along the way, the company faces trolls, goblins, giant spiders, and worse. But as they journey from the wonders of Rivendell to the terrors of Mirkwood and beyond, Bilbo will find that there is more to him than anyone—himself included—ever dreamed. Unexpected qualities of courage and cunning, and a love of adventure, propel Bilbo toward his great destiny . . . a destiny that waits in the dark caverns beneath the Misty Mountains, where a twisted creature known as Gollum jealously guards a precious magic ring. This boxed set includes: THE HOBBIT THE FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING THE TWO TOWERS THE RETURN OF THE KING
Is J.R.R. Tolkien 4-Book Boxed Set: The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings: The Hobbit, The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers, The Return of the King appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
Classic fantasy adventure with battle violence (orcs, monsters, war scenes) but no graphic detail, no romance, and archaic/elevated language. Themes of sacrifice, temptation, and war may be emotionally heavy for younger readers.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include death, animal death, and violence (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Middle-grade and teen readers will love the epic quest, memorable characters, and world-building that defined modern fantasy.