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The Lord of the Rings (BBC Dramatization)
written by J.R.R. Tolkien
Studio : Random House Audio
by Random House Audio
Release Date : 1999-12-01
Publisher : Random House Audio
Released : 1999-12-01
Availability : Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Number of Items : 13
EAN : 9780553456530
Avg. Customer Rating: (based on 140 reviews)
List Price : $69.95
Our Price : $43.95
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Product Description |
Dramatization
Thirteen CDs, 13 hours
In ancient times the Rings of Power were crafted by the Elven-smiths, and Sauron, The Dark Lord, forged the One Ring, filling it with his own power so that he could rule all others. But the One Ring was taken from him, and though he sought it throughout Middle-earth, it remained lost to him. After many ages it fell, by chance, into the hands of the hobbit, Bilbo Baggins.
From his fastness in the Dark Tower of Mordor, Sauron's power spread far and wide. He gathered all the Great Rings to him, but ever he searched far and wide for the One Ring that would complete his dominion.
On his eleventy-first birthday Bilbo disappeared, bequeathing to his young cousin Frodo the Ruling Ring and a perilous quest -- to journey across Middle-earth, deep into the shadow of the Dark Lord, and destroy the Ring by casting it into the Cracks of Doom.
The Lord of the Rings tells of the great quest undertaken by Frodo and the Fellowship of the Ring: Gandalf the Wizard, the hobbits Merry, Pippin, and Sam, Gimli the Dwarf, Legolas the Elf, Boromir of Gondor, and a tall, mysterious stranger called Strider. |
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Marvelous, marvelous, marvelous!!! |
I remember being absolutely enraptured by this BBC dramatization when an FM station in Seattle played it in the early 1980s, so much so that I later bought the 1987 release on CD. If you love Lord of the Rings, or if you have kids who might, this is an excellent chance to get the entire series for less than $3 per CD.
Just keep in mind that this is a dramatization rather than a reading of the actual text. Tolkien's original is some 600,000 words long, so some things had to be left out, including their encounter with Tom Bombadil. Think of the old-time radio dramas and you'll get the feel it creates. And if you're buying it for your kids in the hope of inspiring an interest in reading, the difference between the two will give your kids more reason to read the original.
There's a longer and more detailed review at TheOneRing dot Net
--Michael W. Perry, author of Untangling Tolkien: A Chronology and Commentary for The Lord of the Rings |
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Absolutely excellent |
It wasn't until 2001 that I learned of the existence of this articular dramatization of Lord of the Rings, after having listened to the American program for well over ten years. Unfortunately, it was rather a difficult program to locate. I found a copy at my local library but some of the disks were damaged and, so while I was able to listen to it I had to fast forward through certain parts. However I was able to listen to enough of the program to realize what a masterful dramatization this is. Ian Holme is admirable in the role of Frodo, Michael Hordon is just about what I would have expected for Gandalf...well I really couldn't find any complaints with the actors. Ian Holme, interestingly enough, would go on to later star as the aged Bilbo in the film trilogy.
Aside from the actors (Peter Woodthorp comes to mind as a particular favorite in the part of Gollum), I loved the music, which unlike the American version was specifically written for the program if I'm not mistaken. And the singers, where singing is used, are excelent, particularly during songs sung in Elvish. That leads to another thing I love about this particular drama. We get a good deal more exposure to the Elvish language versus the bare sprinkling found in the american version. Also, they didn't give the Elves those squeaky voices found in the American program. All in all this program feels much more real. In fact, it was almost hard for me to believe it was an abridgement given the amount of detail that was put into it. Needless to say, when finances permit I intend to own a copy of this wonderful program. If you're a Tolkien fan but haven't heard the BBC radiodrama of Lord of the Rings, you might just do yourself a favor by chcking out or even purchasing a copy. |
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wonderfully entertaining! |
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for years i have been in love with this bbc version of the lord of the rings. my audio cassettes have been played and played to the point that several no longer work properly. finding this set on cd was the highlight of my week. if you are one of us tolkien crazy devotees, you should add this to your collection. it is well worth the money. i especially enjoy this on long road trips. ian holm (who played bilbo in the new line cinema movies) makes for a wonderful frodo. the other bbc regulars also offer very enjoyable performances. |
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absolutley awsome !!! |
BBc's version was the best very very very good!!!! the voice acting was excellent couldnt get any better. very good voice actors, Brian sibley you did an awsome job keep up the good work !!!! Tolkien is one of the best writers ever or i would say the best in my opinion. The music was perfect,excellent sound fx. Sam was played excellently the voice actor is perfect for sam. I wish there was a sequel tellin about frodos and bilbo and gandalfs stay in the far west and about there return to hobbiton.
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Happy I found it |
I had a difficult time finding this item. My daughter was so pleased to get it!
Kris |
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