The Return of the King by J.R.R. Tolkien

He takes the evil road with Legolas, Gimli, and the Dúnedain (a group of Rangers) who have joined him from the North, but the Rohirrim are convinced that he has gone to his own death. Aragorn realizes that he must take the Paths of the Dead if he is to reach Minas Tirith in time to lift the siege. The Riders of Rohan muster their forces, preparing to ride to the aid of Minas Tirith, and Merry strikes up a friendship with Théoden. When they make their last dash for the safety of the gates, Gandalf rides out to defend them from the flying Nazgûl, but Faramir falls at the gates. Angry that his son did not bring the Ring to Gondor, Denethor sends the exhausted captain back into the field to lead a rearguard action against the oncoming army. Faramir returns to the city, wearied from fighting, and reports his encounter with Frodo. Denethor does not trust Gandalf, and he knows that the wizard has brought Aragorn to reclaim the throne. They meet with Boromir's father Denethor, the Ruling Steward of Gondor, and in gratitude for Boromir's sacrifice (saving them from the orcs at Parth Galen), Pippin pledges his service to the steward as a Guard of the White Tower. To keep Pippin out of further trouble, Gandalf rides with him to Minas Tirith, the city that Sauron's armies will soon besiege.

Full Glossary for The Lord of the Rings.

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Summary and Analysis: The Return of the King.

Maps, Prologue, and Note on Shire Records.

Summary and Analysis: The Fellowship of the Ring.

The Return of the King by J.R.R. Tolkien