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 Frodo Baggins, a hobbit tasked with destroying a powerful ring that could bring about the end of the world. Tolkien's richly detailed narrative explores themes of friendship, heroism, and the battle between good and evil. The trilogy has become a beloved classic and has had a significant influence on the fantasy genre.