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 diverse group of characters, including Frodo Baggins, as they embark on a perilous quest to destroy the One Ring and defeat the dark lord Sauron. With its richly detailed world-building, epic battles, and themes of heroism, sacrifice, and the struggle between good and evil, The Lord of the Rings has become a beloved and influential work of fantasy literature.