The Lord of the Rings is a fantasy epic written by J.R.R. Tolkien. It tells the story of Frodo Baggins, a hobbit tasked with destroying a powerful ring that could bring about the end of Middle-earth. The book takes readers on a grand adventure filled with mythical creatures, epic battles, and themes of heroism, friendship, and the struggle between good and evil. This epic trilogy has become a cornerstone of the fantasy genre.