The Hobbit

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Summary: In a hole the ground, there lived a hobbit....
Review: When J.R.R Tolkein scratched these words on an empty sheet of a paper,I think he was really onto something.I'm 13,so no one I know has read this or TLOTR-which is also great-but they really should.It's symbolic, very well written,and very imaginative.You really should read this.PEACE!:-D

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Summary: This exciting adventure of Bilbo Baggins is wonderful.
Review: When 13 dwarves and an old wizard sweep poor Mr.Bilbo Baggins away to seek their long lost treasure,the adventure begins.I've read this and the Lord of the Rings(which I also recomend)and I'm convinced Tolkien must be one of the best writers of all time.Read this!!

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Summary: Best fantasy book ever written!
Review: This and Tolkein's "Lord of the Rings" trilogy are the absolute best fantasy books ever written. If you like fantasy stories at all, this is the greatest. In fact, MOST other fantasy books I've read that have been written since follow this same flow that was established by Tolkein.

Tolkein has often been (wrongly) accused of writing this and the "Lord of the Rings" as a commentary on WWI and WWII. However, the books are written with enought open thought patterns and plots to be applicable to many events and even philosophies that exist among us. You could even apply the though patterns to various religions if you wanted to take that step. But if you take it for what it is, a great story, you'll be well satisfied with the result.

If you've never read a good fantasy book, you've never read these four books!

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Summary: My perspective on Bilbo, and early plot development.
Review: Tolkien paints a very colorful picture of the Shire in this first book. I think (and if you read Tolkien's biography), that Tolkein started this prequil to the Lord of the Rings triliogy in a state of lymbo. Tolkien wanted to write this book (or story as it started out) in a manner so that his children could enjoy it. Nevertheless, when this story was started, many read it and were impressed by the imaginative descriptions that are in the book. People took interest, and the rest, they say, is history. Tolkien's character developments of both Bilbo and Gandalf seemed to be in this book, quite a bit more shallow then they later appeared in the following Lord of the Rings books. Tolkein had no idea where he was going with these books, and probably didn't even slightly consider the probility of continuing the Middle-Earth saga after the advent of the first book. Thus, as a result, Tolkein takes each character in the rest of the trilogy, and delves deep into the workings of their minds. Thus, the overall story turns into something epic, rather than your average fight-the-dragon-and-go-home-with-the-gold-later type of story. Tolkien was surely a master wordsmith, and will probably be considered for the rest of time. And only through Tolkien's imignation and variety do we get a great work like that of the Hobbit.

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Summary: An absolute classic!
Review: This is one of the best fantasy novels ever written. To those who have been giving it low reviews, such as ones and threes, all I can say is that it really helps when one has an attention span.

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Summary: I think this is one of the best books I have ever read!
Review: I thought Tolkein is a wonderful author, who in The Hobbit describes things so well that it is like you are on the adventure yourself.

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Summary: Fun filled book.
Review: The book THE HOBBIT is about a hobbit named Bilbo Baggins. A wizard and 13 homeless draves come along to ask Bilbo to help them get the stolen treasure from the evil dragon Smaug. As they go on there way they face trolls,giant spiders and much more. I would recommend this to all readrs who love adventure.

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Summary: It marks the begining of true fantasy, and still the best!
Review: The Hobbit is one of the greatest works of fiction to date. It grabs the reader and drags him/her along on a journey through dangerous forests, high mountains, deep, dark caves and frightful dragon lairs! It's a must for children and a great read (or re-read) for adults. Bilbo Baggins undergoes a true transformation from respectful hobbit to high-adventurer. Any edition of this wonderful book is sure to delight the reader and introduce them to the wonderful world of Tolkien! Enjoy!

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Summary: A great non-fiction adventure story.
Review: This book is one of the greatest books I've ever read.This is a thrilling adventure book.There's something about this book,it makes you feel like your in the story.You never want to put it down.The story's about a little imaginary creature called a Hobbit. He's drawn into this adventure by his wizzard friend.While on this adventure he comes across many odd folk and has many near death experiences.All in all it's a wonderful book to read.

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Summary: A really excellent book to read .
Review: This is a story about a Hobbit which is a very shy and a rather furry creature .He goes on an adventure through a jungle to retrieve stolen treasure from Smaug the dragon . On the way he meets good and bad creatures .He gets kidnapped by Goblins and attacked by wolves and giant spiders and threatened by Golum . He finally retrieves the treasure and returns home with his friend Gandalf the wizzard. This is a truly excellent story .