Throughout the extraordinarily successful cinematic journey of Lord of the Rings, Sean Astin plays the reliable, trustworthy Samwise Gamgee, staunch friend and protector to Frodo Baggins (Elijah Wood). Uniquely placed to observe the production and uniquely qualified to appreciate its rarity, Sean Astin writes of intriguing insights and information that Lord of the Rings fans won't find anywhere else. Astin draws from his journal, kept during the filming. He talks about the larger-than-life personalities on the set, for example Orlando Bloom, Sir Ian McKellan, Elijah Wood and Peter Jackson, and reveals their clashes and camaraderie. The book also includes 8 pages of fascinating, never-before-seen photos both on and off the sets.

A must for all fans of Lord of the Rings!