The Fellowship of the Ring

Interesting Facts

• The book begins with the celebration of Bilbo Baggins' 111th birthday, who decides to leave the Shire and pass the Ring to his nephew Frodo.
• The book introduces the famous phrase by Gandalf: «Not all those who wander are lost».
• Frodo Baggins embarks on a dangerous journey to destroy the One Ring, accompanied by loyal friends: Sam, Merry, and Pippin.
• Gandalf the Grey plays a key role in forming the Fellowship of the Ring, which includes representatives of different races of Middle-earth: men, elves, dwarves, and hobbits.
• One of the most memorable moments in the book is the battle in Moria, where the Fellowship encounters the Balrog, and Gandalf sacrifices himself to save the others.
• The book provides detailed descriptions of various locations in Middle-earth, such as Rivendell, Lothlórien, and Moria, each with its own unique history and culture.
• The Fellowship of the Ring breaks apart at the end of the book after an orc attack, and Frodo decides to continue the journey to Mount Doom with Sam.