Lord of the Rings Audio Books – BBC Radio Drama Collection
J.R.R. Tolkien's Lord of the Rings is the benchmark by which all other fantasy epics are inevitably measured, and this full-cast dramatisation produced by the BBC gives fans and newcomers alike a chance to fully immerse themselves in the rich and expansive world of Middle Earth that Tolkien created.
This exquisitely designed box set contains 12 audio CDs with over 13 hours of material, including a bonus disc of the complete musical score specially written for the series by acclaimed composer Stephen Oliver.
The BBC has been producing world-class radio drama for over three-quarters of a century, and their mastery of the medium is clearly evident throughout this flagship production. Featuring the very best in British acting talent as well as a script adapted by Brian Sibley and Michael Bakewell which faithfully recreates the events and the tone of Tolkien's original work, the series was first aired in 1981 in 24 half-hour episodes.
Starring Ian Holm (who later played as Bilbo Baggins in Peter Jackson's big screen adaptation) as Frodo, John Le Mesurier as Bilbo, Peter Woodthorpe as Gollum and Michael Hordern as Gandalf, this production of the Lord of the Rings captures the true spirit of Middle Earth in a wonderfully immersive experience that takes listeners straight to the heart of Tolkien's monumental masterpiece.
With its Recommended Retail Price of £80.00, The Lord of the Rings Complete Radio Drama Collection is a significant purchase, but Book Collections can help you to find the lowest price around on this classic of modern storytelling through our simple price comparison service. Simply click on the button below to compare prices and find where to get the best deal possible on this epic box set.
The Hobbit – BBC Radio Drama Adaptation
Generations of children have grown up entranced by Tolkien's tale of Bilbo Baggins and his many adventures on his quest for the treasure of the legendary dragon Smaug. First published in 1937, The Hobbit sets the stage for the later events of The Lord of the Rings, and offers an excellent introduction to Middle Earth for younger readers.
This BBC drama version of The Hobbit was produced in 1968, yet it still stands up today as a remarkably evocative audio adaptation of Tolkien's seminal book.
With Anthony Jackson as the narrator, Paul Daneman as Bilbo and Heron Carvic as Gandalf, the cast do an excellent job of guiding the listener through this fantastical tale, while the acclaimed BBC Radiophonic Workshop provide the aural ambience that really brings the action alive.
Spread over 5 audio CDs, this dramatic adaptation of The Hobbit will provide hours of enjoyment to listeners young and old, and with Book Collections, you can be sure you're getting the best price available. Click the button below to see how much you could save off the £29.99 RRP.
The Silmarillion Audio CD Gift Set
One of the elements that helps to set The Lord of the Rings far above other fantasy epics is the fact that Tolkien created a fully realised world in Middle Earth, complete with a detailed history stretching back far into an imagined past.
The Silmarillion relates the many myths, legends and epic sagas which detail the growth and development of Middle Earth. Although it was published posthumously many years after The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, Tolkien had worked on The Silmarillion for decades before he set pen to paper to write his two major fictional works.
The tales that Tolkien created in The Silmarillion serve as a backdrop to the formation of Middle Earth as it is seen in the later books, and it answers many of the questions that readers may have about later events in the adventures of Bilbo and Frodo Baggins. While there is no one central narrative that runs through the work, fans of Tolkien's fantasy kingdom will find much here to exercise their imagination.
This complete and unabridged audio book version of The Silmarillion runs to 13 CDs, and is read by stalwart of stage ad screen Martin Shaw. Click on the link below to compare prices on this lavishly produced audio book.
