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Summary: Very good.
Review: I enjoyed this book much more than the Lord of The Rings Triology because it was more light hearted and fun, without all of the stark realism and dark foreboding of The Lord of The Rings. I felt as if I had really visited Midle-Earth and gone on an adventure with Bilbo Baggins and his friends. The transformation of Bilbo throughout the book was especially enjoyable for me.
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Summary: Marvelous for children of all ages.
Review: This book at the beginning didn't interest me until i started to read a little further. Then i realized this was a great children's book after all. The way J.R.R Tolkien made Bilbo Baggins go through so many challenges was very good. It kept me wanting to read on to the next page.
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Summary: Great prelude to the Lord of the Rings
Review: I read this book before reading any other fantasy novels. I read it simply to see for myself what all the hubbub was about, and I found that I thoroughly enjoyed it. Not really knowing anything about Tolkein or his books, I didn't know what to expect. I figured the book was overrated like a lot of others out there, but I can assure you that it most definately is not! Some complain of Tolkeins characters (females anyway) stopping at the neck. Inspite of the truth of this, it's effect on the story is virtually nonexistant. Tolkein is the father of fantasy and his books are the basis of the genre he pretty much created. If you are a fan of fantasy, this is the series that should have been read prior to any others. Most fantasy authors put a feel of Tolkein in their words (Jordan is one example), but that doesn't mean that they are trying to be Tolkein. So if you read fantsy after Tolkein, and think the author was trying to imitate Tolkein, don't jump to conclusions. A lot of authors see that as a way of paying homage to the man who wrote the books they know theirs will be judged by. Keep that in mind and read these books!!!
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Summary: #1 book
Review: This book was by far the best book I have ever read.....and I have read ALOT of books!! Truly original story and characters. This classic will live on through generations of future readers. READ THIS BOOK or miss out.
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Summary: Tolkien is the apex of fantacy writing
Review: These books are the best fantasy novels out there. The only other fantasy series that I have read that come close the quality of writing that Tolkien shows here is the Wheel of Time series writen by Robert Jordan. If you like Tolkien I highly recomend that you check out Jordan's series..
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Summary: Perfect
Review: Now, I read this book many years ago and got hooked on fantasy books, but I got sidetracked, and that's all they were, none of the "other" books can matck Tolkiens, magic. Many Authors try to write their books after Tolkiens fashion but none compare!
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Summary: Complete and utter excellence!
Review: The Hobbit, with its setting and plot, is a pillar of the science fiction genre. It main character, Bilbo Baggins, is a humorous and meek fellow, always ready with a proverb, who gives the story its balance. The fact that this little character, who proferes a quiet fire and a good meal, and who is so small, and who sets out on a grand adventure into a world that is larger than anything he has experienced, but in the end he becomes the hero. A great story!
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Summary: A Fantastic Fantasy Adventure!
Review: Sensible Bilbo Baggins, a hobbit, finds himself on a long journey with 13 dwarves. Along the way he rescues them from many strange dangers with the help of a magic ring. J.R.R. Tolkien creates a mysterious atmosphere in the dangerous Mirkwood forest and tells of a long quest for stolen treasure. I highly recommend this book for anyone who loves adventures and unusual surprises. The Lord of the Rings series continues to tell about the same land for those who are captivated by the wonderful tales of Middle-Earth.
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Summary: The second greatest book ever!
Review: Only "The Lord Of The Rings" was better. If you like fantasy and you hav'nt read this book yet, then you must be dead!Take a look at all of the reviews. With this many people taking the time to write about it, it must be good! Buy it! Like it! And then move on the the "Rings." You will not be dissapointed!
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Summary: This is a wonderful book for those who enjoy a good fantasy.
Review: "The Hobbit" by JRR Tolkien is about a small Hobbit named Bilbo Baggins and his adventures into faraway lands of The Middle Earth. Despite his size, which is half the size of a dwarf, Bilbo has a very successful adventure with a Wizard and a band of dwarves. He becomes a little wiser, a little stronger, and a lot more adventurous than before.
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