The Lord of the Rings, for one, is a fantasy novel written by J.R.R. Tolkien and published in three volumes in 1954 and 1955. It is considered to be one of the most popular and influential works in the fantasy genre and has been adapted into multiple films, video games, and other media. The term for this work is 'SAGA, ' which is defined as a long story or narrative, usually involving heroic deeds and adventures.