The Lord of the Rings is a fantasy epic written by J.R.R. Tolkien. Set in the fictional world of Middle-earth, the story follows a group of heroes on a quest to destroy the One Ring and defeat the dark lord Sauron. Tolkien's richly detailed world-building, intricate plot, and memorable characters have made The Lord of the Rings a beloved and influential work of fantasy literature. It explores themes of heroism, friendship, and the struggle between good and evil.