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Summary: The Hobbit
Review: The main character in The Hobbit is Bilbo Baggins. Bilbo Baggins is a hobbit who lives in a hobbit hole. He wants to be left alone in the piece and quiet. There are a gang of homeless dwarves who talk him into going on a journey to find a ring.This is my favorite book. The book is my favorite because it is so long and entertaining. The writer knew what they were trying to say in this book. The book entertained me the whole time. The title The Hobbit means there was a little Hobbit named Bilbo Baggins. He was lost in his own little world and just wanted to have some piece and quiet. He is on an adventure for a gang of dwarves. I first picked this book because my teacher made me. Then after the first chapter I started reading it non stop. The book was so adventuress. The theme of this book was that Bilbo Baggins was supposed to slay a dragon so the hobbits could be free. This was an intriguing book filled with adventure. This book relates to me because I like to go on adventures and he is on one.
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Summary: The Hobbit
Review: This is an adventure/fantasy type of book with dragons, elves, dwarves, and other creative characters. The book starts out in Middle Earth, in a town called The Shire. Bilbo Baggins, a respectable hobbit is living in quiet comfort. Hobbits are not supposed to have adventures or do anything out of the ordinary. His normal routines are upset when a wizard, Gandalf the Grey, comes knocking on his door. Gandalf brings 13 dwarves, and an adventure. Their task is to reclaim treasures that the evil dragon, Smaug, had taken from their ancestors. At first Bilbo is reluctant to go, but soon the draw of the adventure pulls him in.Along the way, the group meets all sorts of evil creatures, orcs, goblins, and of course Gollum. Bilbo meets Gollum when he becomes separated from Gandalf and the dwarves underneath the mountain. Bilbo also finds the ring. He finds it near Gollum's lair, and unknowingly takes it. Soon he discovers what it does, and escapes out of the mountain and becomes reunited with the group. They continue into the mountain to encounter Smaug's lair and take back their treasure. Bilbo returns to the Shire with gold, and jewels, and a more "precious" treasure.
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Summary: Among the best of children's fantasy
Review: J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Hobbit" is a classic of children's fantasy for good reason - it is fun, light-hearted, full of adventure, episodic in nature (so no need to follow a complex plot), and simply BEGS to be read out loud. All this combines for a perfect adventure tale. Those coming in fresh from "The Lord of the Rings" should be forewarned, the tone here is much lighter that the 'trilogy,' the writing very much meant for children (or to be read to children). It's a great read, but if you come in expecting more of what you got in "The Lord of the Rings" you will be disappointed. Be prepared to read a children's book, because that's what this is. For those willing to plunge into children's fantasy, however, "The Hobbit" is simply a delight. Bilbo Baggins, something of a homebody, is the hobbit in question. He is pulled into an adventure with a wizard, Gandalf, and a troop of dwarves. Their quest is to venture across dangerous mountains and dark forests to reclaim treasure stolen by a terrible dragon, Smaug. What follows is a series of adventures that have our heroes meeting trolls, goblins, wolves, giant spiders, elves and more. Each encounter is an adventure unto itself, with a thrilling climax that leads us to the next. The adventure is nonstop. Each chapter brings a new discovery. Tolkien's writing is clear, straightforward and very 'English.' It is also written with an ear for reading aloud, breaking the "fourth wall" on occasion to speak directly to the reader. This book is meant to be read to children - and no wonder, since Tolkien wrote it specifically to read to his own kids. Fans of Middle Earth discovering the wonderful land through "The Lord of the Rings" will find things to enjoy here (if they are willing to sink into the lighter tone). We see our first glimpses of Gollum and the One Ring. Elrond, too, appears in Rivendell. We hear about some of Middle Earth's ancient lore, like Gondolin, see the origins of famous swords like Sting, and meet dwarves who play a part in "The Lord of the Rings." The cross references, while not vital, will bring a smile to your face and will enhance your enjoyment of the famous trilogy. For those looking to explore Tolkien's world, "The Hobbit" is a no brainer. Along with the classic trilogy and "The Silmarillion" (a difficult read for some), it makes up the three essential Middle Earth works. For those simply looking for a good children's fantasy in the same realm as C.S. Lewis' Narnia Chronicles or Lloyd Alexander's Prydain saga, you won't go wrong with "The Hobbit." This is fun stuff that even adults will enjoy.
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Summary: An amazing book that everyone can enjoy.
Review: Once there was a brave hero who journeyed with his companions on a glorious quest to reclaim a lost treasure from an evil dragon! This would seem like a typical fantasy-adventure storyline, if it weren't for the fact that this "hero" were no more than three feet tall and had no experience in the ways of battle whatsoever. This is the story of The Hobbit by JRR Tolkein, and is the prelude to the famous Lord of the Rings novels. In this novel, Tolkein proves that anyone can accomplish a goal, regardless of his or her physical abilities. The story starts out very peaceful as the reader is introduced to the main character: Bilbo Baggins. Bilbo is a "Hobbit", which is a creature like a human but much shorter and with twice the appetite. He goes on with his life normally, until one day a wizard named Gandalf shows up at his door, and Bilbo embarks on the adventure of his lifetime (which is longer than a man's). Bilbo must travel with Gandalf and a group of dwarves to a mountain far away where a dragon called Smaug lies with an unimaginable fortune of treasure. The treasure originally belonged to the dwarves, but the dragon drove them away and claimed it for itself. Bilbo himself cannot see why he was chosen for this journey since he has never seen a battle in his life. However, he will soon learn that they chose him for a different reason. It would take an awfully small and clever creature to sneak past a dragon! One of the many exciting incidences in the novel is when giant trolls capture Bilbo and the dwarves. They are all tied up in sacks and desperately trying to find a way of getting out while the trolls decide how they should kill them. It seems hopeless for the courageous company before Gandalf shows up and rescues them. As the trolls are deciding how they will kill their catch, Gandalf hides in a bush behind them and starts to talk in on the trolls's conversation and causes them to quarrel. The trolls lose track of time arguing with each other, the sun rises, and they turn to stone. That is what happens when they come in contact with sunlight.
Tolkein magnificently blends exciting adventure and action along with a climatic ending that will take you by surprise, and immerses you into a world that will not be able to come out of until you have read the very last word! This story is a must-read for everyone.
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Summary: A Hobbit¿s Holiday
Review: I simply adore this book. It was one of my first loves that I kept reading over, and over again.
It's not as exciting like Lord of the Rings I guess. However, for some reason I like it much more. I like the fact that you learn more about the characters, and that it's not all about war.
There are also some characters from Lord of the Rings others will recognize ( if you saw the movies first.) This is a really wonderful book for any one who wants to learn more about Bilbo.
It also covers some stuff about the ring and Gullem. It's a very good adventure and excellent reading.
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Summary: There and Back Again : A Hobbit's Tale
Review: A classic children's story, J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Hobbit" was first published in 1937. The hero of the book is a hobbit called Bilbo Baggins. A small and agile race, hobbits are generally between two and four feet in height. They rarely wear shoes, and - while not magical - can move both quickly and quietly. Fond of eating, drinking and skilled in the smoking of pipe-weed, hobbits live in holes in the ground and thoroughly disapprove of adventures. Bilbo, as the book begins, appears to be a very typical hobbit. He lives in a very comfortable and well-stocked hole, known as Bag End, in a town called Hobbiton. However, things change after a visit from Gandalf the Grey - a very famous wizard - and thirteen dwarves. Thorin Oakenshield, the dwarves' leader, is leading a mission to the Lonely Mountain far to the east of Hobbiton. Thorin's people had lived there until being driven out by a dragon, known as Smaug the Magnificent, and he intends to reclaim their stolen home and treasure. Gandalf has persuaded Thorin to bring Bilbo along as the company's burglar. Unfortunately, Bilbo knew nothing of this until the night before they were all due to leave. Although Bilbo has no good reason to join the group of exiles on their adventure, he still decides to go along with them. As the book progresses, he meets many strange people and creatures - including giant spiders, trolls, goblins and elves. The strangest of them all, however, must surely have been a riddle-loving creature called Gollum who cares only for something he calls his "precious". Following the success of Peter Jackson's film adaptations of the Hobbit's slightly more famous sequel, the Hobbit may - for a short time at least - be seen as nothing more than a precursor to "Lord of the Rings". It does introduce certain things that play key parts in "The Lord of the Rings" : the race of Hobbits, Gandalf, Gollum and, of course, the Ring itself. However, it is a complete story in itself with a start, middle and end ! "The Hobbit" will be greatly enjoyed by children - and will also be enjoyed by adults who choose to read it.
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Summary: Bilbo Baggins
Review: I love the Hobbit. I like it better then the Lord of the Rings, I can say that without any problem.
I first read this in my Freshmen year of high school and have loved it ever since. It is one of my first fantasy novels and I recommend it to any one who has ever doubted fantasy novels.
If you have seen the Lord of the Rings and are curious as to why Bilbo is so important. Then you really do need to read this book to understand his back story.
It has well driven characters and it really rounds out Bilbo's character, and why he is considered strange to his family, and others around him. This book is really worth the time to read and enjoy.
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Summary: Collectors Beware
Review: Ok so the world is a big place and it's full of strange people but I am surprised that anyone could be very impressed with the "Leatherette" editions of LOTR and The Hobbit. These editions are not ones I can imagine any discerning collector would want to own. I bought the two books because I am not a fan of Alan Lee's work and I couldn't find any other current hardback editions that used Tolkien's original drawings, (as the "Leatherette" Hobbit does). The truth is though that these are the most tacky and tasteless editions I've seen and the print and paper quality of both books is very poor. The colouring of the drawings in The Hobbit is a disgrace and numerous pages in my copy of the LOTR were so smudged they were unreadable. Don't buy them if you haven't already and if you've already made the mistake send them back with a complaint and write a scathing review to try and save someone else the trouble.
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Summary: Collectors Beware
Review: Ok so the world is a big place and it's full of strange people but I am surprised that anyone could be very impressed with the "Leatherette" editions of LOTR and The Hobbit. These particular editions are not ones I can imagine any discerning collector would want to own. I bought the two books because I am not a fan of Alan Lee's work and I couldn't find any other current hardback editions that used Tolkien's original drawings, (as the "Leatherette" Hobbit does). The truth is though that these are the most tacky and tasteless editions I've seen and the print and paper quality of both books is very poor. The colouring of the drawings in The Hobbit is a disgrace and numerous pages in my copy of the LOTR were so smudged they were unreadable. Don't buy them if you haven't already and if you've already made the mistake send them back with a complaint and write a scathing review to try and save someone else the trouble.
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Summary: Prequel to Lord of the Rings
Review: Professor JRR Tolkien had made his mark as an authority on Anglo-Saxon language and mythology, by the time he wrote The Hobbit, in 1937, but the novel was his first great literary success, and of course what introduced many to it's majestic sequel, The Lord of the Rings.
65 years later, it still enthralls millions of readers, both young and old. It is a wonderful story to captivate readers aged 10 to 110. It has inspired much creative work, including the theme of a popular computer game during the 1980's. In essence Tolkien was the father of the Sword and Sorcery genre of literature, which has provided the material for so many successful novels, movies and games.
Lighter in tone than the Lord of the Rings, it nevertheless contains many references to things deeper and darker than on the surface, such as Gondolin, the last White Council, the Necromancer, and the ring. The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion provide a deeper journey into Tolkien's Middle Earth. But younger readers can also enjoy it, for it's own benefit. I first read the book, when I was twelve. It wet my appetite for all things Tolkien and led me to then read the Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion. The Hobbit is the story of the adventure of Bilbo Baggins, a Hobbit of the green and pleasant country of the Shire, recruited by the wizard Gandalf and a company of Dwarves led by Thorin Oakenshield, to wrest the Dwarves inheritance from the Dragon Smaug under the Lonely Mountain. The company must first battle Trolls , Goblins , Wolves , and Giant Spiders , and comes into contact with Elves , Eagles , Men and other inhabitants of Tolkien's wonderful world.
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