The Lord of the Rings is a fantasy epic written by J.R.R. Tolkien. It consists of three books: The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers, and The Return of the King. Set in the fictional world of Middle-earth, the story follows a group of heroes as they embark on a quest to destroy the One Ring and defeat the dark lord Sauron. Tolkien's richly imagined world, complex characters, and epic battles make The Lord of the Rings a must-read for fantasy enthusiasts.