"The Lord of the Rings" is a high-fantasy epic novel written by J.R.R. Tolkien. It is set in the fictional world of Middle-earth and follows the quest of a young hobbit named Frodo Baggins and a diverse group of companions as they seek to destroy the One Ring, a powerful and corrupting artifact created by the dark lord Sauron. The story explores themes of friendship, heroism, good versus evil, and the struggle for power. The novel was originally published in three volumes between 1954 and 1955 and has since become one of the most influential works in fantasy literature. It has also been adapted into a highly successful film trilogy directed by Peter Jackson.