Note: The barrow-blade Frodo keeps is specifically enchanted against the Witch-king.
Focus: The Council, the formation of the Fellowship, and the journey through Moria and Lothlórien.
| Ch. | Title | Summary & Key Events | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | 1 | Many Meetings | Frodo wakes in Rivendell healed by Elrond. He reunites with Bilbo and Gandalf. He meets Gloin (a dwarf from The Hobbit). | | 2 | The Council of Elrond | Representatives of Middle-earth gather. The history of the Ring and Sauron's threat are debated. The decision is made to destroy the Ring in Mount Doom. Frodo volunteers to take it. | | 3 | The Ring Goes South | The Fellowship of the Ring is formed (Nine Walkers). They leave Rivendell. Attempt to cross the Redhorn Pass (Caradhras) fails
typically refers to the alphabetical list of people, places, and things found at the end of the full three-volume work, or the book's chapter table of contents. Book Chapters
The first part of the trilogy is divided into two "Books," each containing several chapters: A Long-expected Party Many Meetings The Shadow of the Past The Council of Elrond Three is Company The Ring Goes South A Short Cut to Mushrooms A Journey in the Dark A Conspiracy Unmasked The Bridge of Khazad-dûm The Old Forest Lothlórien In the House of Tom Bombadil The Mirror of Galadriel Fog on the Barrow-downs Farewell to Lórien At the Sign of The Prancing Pony The Great River The Breaking of the Fellowship A Knife in the Dark Flight to the Ford Internet Archive Internet Archive The Comprehensive Index
While individual volumes sometimes lack a full alphabetical index, the definitive Lord of the Rings Index
was first published in 1966. It categorizes thousands of entries, such as: Tolkien Gateway Persons, Beasts, and Monsters index of the lord of the rings the fellowship of the ring
: Profiles of characters like Frodo Baggins, Gandalf, and Sauron. : Geographical entries from Bridge of Khazad-dûm : Artifacts like the One Ring, the Palantír, and Sting. Songs and Verses : A list of all poetry and lyrics found within the text. Tolkien Gateway Movie Scene Index (DVD Chapters)
For viewers of the 2001 film adaptation, the "index" refers to the DVD/Blu-ray Scene Selection , which includes: Tolkien Gateway Prologue: One Ring to Rule Them All Concerning Hobbits The Shadow of the Past A Knife in the Dark (Weathertop) The Council of Elrond The Bridge of Khazad-dûm The Breaking of the Fellowship specific entry
This isn't an index in the back of a book; it is the chronicle of a world's end and a new beginning. The Shadow Grows
In the quiet, rolling hills of the Shire, a hobbit named Frodo Baggins inherits more than just a home from his eccentric uncle, Bilbo. He receives a plain gold ring—the One Ring, forged by the Dark Lord Sauron to enslave Middle-earth. The wizard Gandalf the Grey discovers its true nature and urges Frodo to flee before the Nazgûl, the terrifying Ringwraiths, reach his door. The Gathering at Rivendell
Frodo, accompanied by his loyal gardener Samwise Gamgee and friends Merry and Pippin, embarks on a perilous trek. After a narrow escape at Weathertop and a frantic flight to the Elven stronghold of Rivendell, they meet with representatives of the Free Peoples. Here, the Council of Elrond determines that the Ring cannot be hidden or used; it must be destroyed in the fires of Mount Doom, where it was made. The Fellowship is Formed
Nine companions are chosen to represent the races against the nine Ringwraiths: Note: The barrow-blade Frodo keeps is specifically enchanted
The Hobbits: Frodo (the Ring-bearer), Sam, Merry, and Pippin. The Wizard: Gandalf.
The Humans: Aragorn, the rightful heir to the throne of Gondor, and Boromir, the son of Gondor's Steward. The Elf: Legolas, a prince of the Woodland Realm. The Dwarf: Gimli, son of Glóin. Into the Dark
The journey leads them through the treacherous Mines of Moria. In the deep dark, they face an ancient demon, a Balrog. To save the others, Gandalf falls into the abyss, leaving the Fellowship leaderless and heartbroken. The Breaking of the Fellowship
They find temporary refuge in the Elven forest of Lothlórien before traveling down the Great River Anduin. At the Falls of Rauros, the Ring’s corruption takes hold; Boromir tries to seize it from Frodo, causing the hobbit to realize he must travel to Mordor alone to protect his friends.
As an army of Uruk-hai attacks, Boromir redeems himself in a final stand, Merry and Pippin are captured, and the Fellowship is shattered. Frodo and Sam cross the river toward the Land of Shadow, while Aragorn, Legolas, and Gimli set off in pursuit of the orcs. The quest has truly begun, but the company is no more.
The Fellowship of the Ring is the first volume of J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic high fantasy novel, The Lord of the Rings. It follows the journey of a young hobbit, Frodo Baggins, who inherits a magical ring from his uncle Bilbo. Frodo eventually learns from the wizard Gandalf that this is the One Ring, created by the Dark Lord Sauron to enslave Middle-earth. Book I: The Flight to Rivendell A Shortcut to Mushrooms Focus: The Council, the formation of the Fellowship,
"The Fellowship of the Ring" sets the stage for the rest of "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy, introducing themes of friendship, sacrifice, and the eternal struggle between good and evil. This guide provides a foundation for understanding the events and characters that drive the narrative forward.
The story of The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
is divided into two distinct books (Books I and II) within the first volume. Below is the chapter index and structure for this part of J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic. Front Matter Foreword Prologue: Concerning Hobbits, and other matters I. Concerning Hobbits II. Concerning Pipe-weed III. Of the Ordering of the Shire IV. Of the Finding of the Ring V. Note on the Shire Records Book I: The Ring Sets Out
Book I follows Frodo Baggins' departure from the Shire and his journey to Rivendell while being pursued by the Nazgûl.
This guide serves as a comprehensive index to The Fellowship of the Ring, the first volume in J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings. It is designed to help readers navigate the book's structure, track the narrative flow, and reference key events and characters.
(Not visited in Fellowship, but mentioned frequently; see Boromir’s speech at the Council, page 239.)
(Not in Fellowship – appears in The Two Towers, but referenced in vision at Amon Hen.)
Surprisingly, the Index in the first edition (and many later prints) is carefully incomplete for a first-time reader.