The Two Towers

Summary

The Two Towers is the second part of the epic trilogy The Lord of the Rings, written by John Ronald Reuel Tolkien. The story unfolds in the fictional world of Middle-earth and continues the tale of Frodo Baggins and his companions as they strive to destroy the powerful One Ring, which can bestow limitless power. At the beginning of the book, the group splits: Sam and Frodo head to Mordor to destroy the Ring, while Aragorn, Legolas, and Gimli pursue the orcs who have captured Merry and Pippin. The narrative is told through two parallel storylines, with the first focusing on the adventures of Aragorn, Gimli, and Legolas as they engage in the Battle of Helm's Deep, and the second following Frodo and Sam on their arduous journey to Mount Doom. Their goal is to destroy the Ring, but they face the challenge of Gollum, the Ring's former owner, who leads them into a trap in Shelob's Lair, home to a giant spider. The book concludes on a critical note, setting the stage for the final battle for Middle-earth in the last part of the trilogy.