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Summary: The Hobbit: A Tale For All Ages
Review: The Hobbit is a book written for all ages to read. It is filled with a multitude of characters; from short, plum hobbits, to gigantic, black spiders. There are adventures at every turn, and encounters with unexpected, and un-invited visitors. I enjoyed every venture in the book; from the songs of the dwarves, to the battle of five armies.
One especially strong part of the book was how easy it is to read. The chapters are so interesting; it's not hard to follow the story at all. An example of a remarkable event is one minute Bilbo is fighting off huge, hairy spiders, and the next, he is sneaking into an Elf village ( page 157-172). The exciting events flow so well to one another, it was hard for me to put the book down. Another reason The Hobbit is so easy to read is the fascinating storyline and characters. The whole story revolves around a collection of bizarre characters; hobbits, dwarves, wizards, elves, and their adventure to find and slay a dragon. Their party is faced with many other terrifying villains before the dragon too. Like when they stumble upon the goblins' caves unexpectedly; they are brought to the Goblin King, who is huge, ugly, cruel and shows no mercy. Sections like that are definitely page turners. The flowing plots, storyline and characters are just a few of the many reasons to read The Hobbit, but there are many more too good to give away!
I would definitely recommend this book to others, for many more than the basis I've acknowledged before. One big reason I recommend this book is that it isn't written to just one age group. Any age can enjoy following a mere hobbit Bilbo, outwit Gollum (page 80), or sneak up on a treacherous dragon's lair (page 211). A seven year old or a twenty seven year old can find pleasure in reading of courageous tales like that. And although anyone can enjoy The Hobbit, one thing that can help a great deal in reading this book, is good imagination. Imagination is needed in certain places, like when a character like Gollum is described, or when reading what the Misty Mountains look like in the sunset. So if you cant imagine or don't believe in what you're reading, it spoils the book. There are lots of mysterious, unbelievable events that take place in this book, that any-aged person with a good imagination can take pleasure in.
In my opinion, this book is a classic, and of its own time. From short, bearded dwarves, to gigantic, jewel-covered dragons, the book shows great descriptions, and keeps you wanting more. The Hobbit is filled with mystery and adventure, and is a definite page turner. If anyone's looking for an enticing book that no on will want to put down, The Hobbit is the choice by far.
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Summary: THE HOBBIT
Review: The Hobbit by J.R. R. Tolkien is a great book. In the book a hobbit is joined by thirteen dwarves and a wizard. They go on many adventures and unfortunately they run into a few misfortunes, but someone always saves them from the trouble. On the way through their adventure they meet some mean characters. Goblins, wargs, spiders and huge stone giants are some of the mean creatures that they meet up with. There are many surprises in this book. At the end of the book there is a very cool thing that happens. I think that this is a good book. I enjoyed reading it very much some days I couldn't even put the book down. This book is probably my favorite book I've ever read. I would give this book five stars.
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Summary: The Hobbit
Review: The Hobbit
This novel, The Hobbit, by J.R.R. Tolkien is about a hobbit named Bilbo Baggins. Bilbo has never been or had an adventure, until he gets a visit from some dwarves and a wizard named Gandalf. They convince him to come help them win their gold and treasure back from the dragon Smaug. On the way they meet goblins, trolls, wargs, giants, giant spiders, and of course Smaug the dragon. Bilbo shows the dwarves his worth and they grow to respect him.
Bilbo Baggins is friendly and likeable, but also scared and confused. Most of the dwarves are strict and ready for anything, but some, like Bilbo, seem scared. The book starts off slow telling about hobbits, but after the first chapter it becomes a little interesting. The ending was very good, since the author goes on a little to tell what happened to Bilbo when he got back home.
In the beginning the author gives too many details on hobbits. Some of the vocabulary is old fashioned. In some points of the book, like in between the adventures, the story gets a little slow and boring, but during the adventures it is very interesting. I think the book would be more liked by children ages 10-15. Overall the book is good. I give the book 4 stars.
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Summary: I wish I had the chance to read this earlier!
Review: Unfortunately I never this book as a kid, or in school; but in a way I am glad that I didn't. I think that I can appreciate it more now that I am older. I'm 26 and this is the first time I've read this wonderful novel. I did get to see 'Lord of the Rings' before reading it, but it only helped to enhance my imagination and awe of the world that Tolkien has created. It's too bad that they didn't make this one into a full motion film; I would love to have seen the "Battle of Five Armies" on the big screen. I've also purchased the collectors edition of 'Lord of the Rings' and I plan to read that next!!
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Summary: An amazing novel
Review: I am sure there are many reviews for this book already, but I will heap more praise upon Tolkien's genius. The Hobbit relates the reader to the character. The story is also adventurous and exciting. I remember the first time I read the book in fifth grade, it thrilled me then, as it thrills me now when reading for the third time. A land of hobbits, dwarves, dragons, and wizards. The adventure is suspenseful and well worth the time. After reading the rest of Tolkien's books, I appreciate the Hobbit even more. It is a small part of his work, but the detail he uses to weave a creative plot is astounding.
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Summary: The Hobbit
Review: The story " The Hobbit" is written by John R. R. Tolkien. It is about a small hobbit who lives in a small hole.
Oneday Gandalf, a magician, and 12 gnomes leave Hobbingen, the village where they live, to have a big adventure.
You get information about orks and big spiders which are in a forest and fight against Bilbo and his friends. But Bilbo ownes a special ring. If he puts the ring on his finger, he becomes ...
I don't want to say to much about this fantastic book. Read it yourrself !!
You feel, as if you would live in another world which is full of magic and action.
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Summary: take me there and back again, baby
Review: I was homeless in Tokyo, with little to entertain me other than a copy of Tolkien's THE HOBBIT and Aldo Alvarez's INTERESTING MONSTERS. I was sitting on a bench, lying low, trying to lose the ski-mask-wearing gangsters, when I first cracked open THE HOBBIT. I had picked it up at a Books, Etc. at London Heathrow back in May, and hesitated to read it until I was left for dead by a powerful Japanese corporation. And you people think I'm making this up. Needless to say, a 'children's story' about taking a long journey, facing innumerable perils, and winning lots of money and respect becomes a lot more poignant after you get fired on Christmas and cry into your Kentucky Fried Chicken French fries before wheeling your suitcase up to the top floor of the department store to watch Tom Cruise in VANILLA SKY, with Japanese subtitles. I think I have come to understand Bilbo Baggins FAR better than I would have if I had actually done my homework when we 'read' this book in seventh grade. How I got an A+ on that test, I don't know. Why it was in the TREASURE ISLAND unit, well, I don't know that either. The kids in my seventh grade class made paper mache dragons, and painted them red and gold. My project included something on Elven runes. Not bad for a kid who didn't read the book. I'm sure that the kids who made dragons out of glue and newspaper 'got' something out of THE HOBBIT. I'm sure they got a rollicking sense of adventure, maybe some laughs (if an English gentleman's sense of humor appeals to the average 13-year-old circa 1991), and lots of incentive to read THE LORD OF THE RINGS or any other fantasy novel they might come across. They 'got' their firm stance that 'Smaug is the COOLEST dragon in ANY book EVER.' I, however, in waiting until the latter half of my 22nd year to read THE HOBBIT, have gained something else. An understanding. I have come to understand Bilbo Baggins, and his yearning for home. Unfortunately, I didn't come out of my 'There and back again' with any prize grander than my life, and security, and a nice warm futon on which I can feel the silky click of my laptop keys without fear of ninjas ... or health insurance fraud. It's no Arkenstone, I know. Still, it feels, well, good. My only problem with the book is, really, what's up with the commas? They're randomer than my emails, lately.
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Summary: The Hobbit - A true classic
Review: The Hobbit is a true classic. J. R. R Tolkien's unique blend of simplicity and detail is great. You don't get bored reading it. I recommend this book to just about anyone, especially people who like fantasy or science fiction. Also, if you've seen the new movie "Fellowship of the Rings" it's really interesting to read about what happened before that story. So buy it, or check it out at your local library, you won't be sorry.
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Summary: The Hobbit (a darn good book)
Review: The main character is Bilbo Baggins, This creature is a Hobbit. They are furry footed beings with a non-adventuress personality. Bilbo was no exception, At first he didn't even think about adventures. By the end Bilbo seemed like it was his personal destiny to be in adventures. He is a very funny and intresting charater with many good qualities. I like this book, this is because it is in a whole different world where anytyhing could happen. It is a story with many high points, and suspension. Many parts where victory seems hopeless but they always get out. The only problem I have with the book is the nearly 120 pages it took to develop the story for some action.
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Summary: i was dissappointed...but you do not have to be
Review: with all of the hype recently regarding the new trio of movies coming about, i figured i should like to see the first of the three. i do however, have an aversion to seeing a movie before reading the book it is taken from. thus, i decided to make my way through the trilogy in prose form first. prior to doing so, i thought it wise to read the book which acts as a prologue, the hobbit. i was quite dissappointed. for the following reason.
everyone loves this book. anytime people hype something so much, you are bound to have high expectations.
yes, there is a very good reason it is well loved. the book has many interesting charecters, and sets the scene for the lord of the rings trilogy. one big thing to keep in mind though, this was written as a childrens book, where as the trilogy is not.
the book meanders on, in an odyssey like form, going from one adventure to the next. there is not a lot of charecter development, (again, think childrens book, and you will be fine with this when you read it) i do not mean to bash this book. the book does what it sets out to do, tell an entertaining story.
it is however, oftentimes, quite predictable, and uses what seem like cliche charecters.
keep in mind though, that these are the charecters, that the cliches were based on. tolkien's gandalf, was the first wizard, that looks like the the wizards we think of. (robes, large pointy hat, long white beard, magical staff) go into this book with an open mind, rand emember that is was not intended to be a great piece of literature, but rather a good story for younger readers, and you will love it. excellent book to read with your kids. or, if you want to remember what it was like to be one.
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