The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien

The Lord of the Rings

The Lord of the Rings #1-3

J.R.R. Tolkien

missing page info Add in missing page information • first pub 1955 (editions)

fiction classics fantasy adventurous slow-paced

Description

Since its original British publication in 1954-55, the saga has entranced readers of all ages. It is at once a classic myth and a modern fairy tale.

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Moods

adventurous 98%
hopeful 54%
emotional 51%
inspiring 46%
challenging 34%
dark 30%
tense 25%
mysterious 24%
reflective 20%
sad 20%
funny 18%
relaxing 11%
lighthearted 8%
informative 1%

Pace

slow 70%
medium 28%
fast 1%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 61% | Plot: 34% | Character: 3%

Strong character development?

Yes: 81% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 7%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 94% | It's complicated: 3% | No: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 42% | No: 31% | It's complicated: 22% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 37% | No: 30% | It's complicated: 29% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

4.41

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