"The Return of the King (2nd ed, 6th imp.) by J. R. R. Tolkien is a hardcover book published in 1971 by George Allen and Unwin Ltd. It is a part of the Lord of the Rings series, with a map included. This edition is in English and is intended for an adult audience. Tolkien's authorship and the British origin of the book add to its appeal for fans of fantasy literature."