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Summary: The Best Story Ever Told
Review: J.R.R. Tolkien has the imagination of a 3rd grader, and puts his skills to the paper in one of the best books ever written. Although written decades ago, the fantasy novel still intrigues readers of all kinds. The Hobbit could very well be read by the average middle school student, but also enjoyed by the grown-up that whishes to be once again like a middle school student. Tolkien takes you through the world of Middle-Earth on a journey where no hobbit would normally venture. It is a trek that you will not forget. And like many others, they have taken the trek over and over and over again(you will probably end up reading The Hobbit again and again).
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Summary: Second times a charm
Review: I first read "The Hobbit" when I was in 7th grade, it was required reading. The difference between it and other required readings for school was that I couldn't wait to finish this book. I constantly read ahead. Now after seeing "The Fellowship of the Ring" I decided that I would read "The Hobbit" again. It proved to be twice as good the second time around. There were many parts of the book which I had forgotten about, and there were also many parts of the book which helped explain the movie. It is a quick read (I finished in about 3 days), very exciting, and an action packed book. I would recommend that anyone interested in reading "The Lord of the Rings" start with this book first. If you like it you will surely like the remaining books. If you do not like it then you should probably not waste your time with the rest of the trilogy.
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Summary: The Best Book(The Hobbit, of course!)
Review: Hobbits are little creatures, only about half your height. They have no need for shoes, because lots of hair grow on their little feet and leathery soles, and they can creep around very quietly without a noise. One particular hobbit, Bilbo Baggins, is an ordinary hobbit that lives in a large hobbit-hole in The Hill, and never thought he would have an adventure or wanted one until one beautifully sunny day in April. On this day, while sitting outside, there stood the great wizard, Gandalf! They planned tea for the next day, and before poor Bilbo knew it, there were thirteen dwarfs (not including Gandalf and Bilbo)! Bilbo was so surprised and busy (preparing more tea and food for the dwarfs) that he did not remember that it was his fiftieth birthday the next day. On the day of his birthday, Gandalf and the dwarfs, Dwalin, Balin, Kili, Fili, Dori, Nori, Ori, Oin, Gloin, Bifur, Bofur, Bomber, and Thorin, took him on a quest to retrieve the treasure that the evil dragon, Smaug had stolen. It was a very hard trip there, with little and sometimes no food, lots of horrible situations and enemies including some giant spiders, goblins, wolves, and trolls. In one occurrence, Bilbo finds a golden rings and figures out that it can make him invisible and he uses it to try to escape from many bad situations.
This magical fantasy masterpiece is sure to capture your heart and live in your imagination forever.
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Summary: The Delightful Adventures of Bilbo Baggins
Review: The Hobbit is a delightful story with much adventure and drama. When I stick my nose into this book it seems like I'm truly there with Bilbo and all his friends. This is one of my favorite books. I can not wait to see what happens next as I read more of Bilbo's fascinating adventures. I think this book is ten thumbs up!
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Summary: Top-notch Fantasy
Review: J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit is a fine little book that can be enjoyed by one and all. It was the first Fantasy book of its kind, and spawned a whole universe of Middle Earth culture and Tolkien's masterpiece, the Lord of The Rings Trilogy (not to mention countless pale imitations.) The writing style is very smooth and easy to read and enjoy. It is definately an adult's story, though it is great for children as well. This is one of the truly great books that can be enjoyed by everybody. The book is written in a style of childlike wonder, almost naive at times, but that is part of its appeal. It also gets very poetic towards the end, and is a joy. The Lord of The Rings trilogy would take on a somewhat "darker, more serious" tone, but this is an admirable piece of work in itself. This is a classic for good reason, and one of the few books that I would truly reccommend to everybody.
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Summary: Imagination, Imagination, Imagination!!!
Review: Have you seen the movie, but not read any of Tolkien's books? If you didn't really understand what was going on, or are wondering why its such a big deal, then do read this book.
"The Hobbit" will get your imagination going on all cylinders - so to say. There is so much going on. Lets start with the adventures - a new one unfolds literally every few pages. Have patience and get through the first few pages, especially if you've read any or all of the Harry Potter books. Tolkien's epic is dramatically different from Potter's magic.
Then, there's the hero and other characters - each one as exciting, interesting and lifelike as the others. You'll have so much fun just trying to mentally sketch out their personalities.
Finally "middle earth" - the environment in which the story is set, cannot get any more interesting and exciting, although it is bleak at times. But, remember its all in the imagination. Every reader will probably imagine the story in a different light. That's the best part - the book's an experience and no two experiences are the same. The movie - now that's a completely different matter...
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Summary: A beautiful package for a classic story
Review: I won't go into how great this book is in this review -- if you're looking at the collector's edition, chances are you're either already a Tolkien fan, or you're considering this as a gift for someone who is. Suffice it to say that this and the accompanying trilogy are great for anyone's reading list. I bought this edition as a gift for my husband to replace the beat-up paperback copy he'd had for years.This particular edition of _The Hobbit_ is a very high quality, handsome book. It comes in a slipcase, and the spine of the book is embossed in gold and metallic red. The cover is a textured, leatherlike material -- I am not sure what it is made out of, but it feels nice. Inside, the paper is all good quality, the binding is strong, and the pictures (drawn by Tolkien) are beautiful, printed on glossy paper. This book would make an excellent gift for anyone who has read and enjoyed this wonderful story.
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Summary: The Hobbit
Review: Man this book is the bomb! Why I like this book you might ask? I really like this book because it's nothing like them boring adult books where you never get into the subject this book right from the start you are into it. Another reason why I like this story so much is because it has a lot of action and adventure. My third and final reason why I like this book is because it has all the stuff I like, like Dragons, Magic, even Trolls! My most favorite part of this fast-witted book is when the crew is attacked by giant spiders you never knew what was going to happen next! Now, to me there is one part I didn't like and that was when the crew right after the spider confrontation they get captured by wood elves. There is absolutely now action whatsoever in this part. Now the best parts to this story are all in the writing like...
the charecteristics of the characters when you first meet them and the setting it actualy makes you think you are there!
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Summary: Oh My! What a fanastic book!
Review: With 667 reviews and pending ~~ I better keep mine short and sweet so the reader won't get overwhelmed! I tried reading J.R.R. Tolkien back in high school but just couldn't get into his writing style then. I was awfully immature then ~~ because when I picked up the Hobbit on my honeymoon ~~ I couldn't believe how wonderfully written and how rich the descriptions of Tolkien's Hobbit world. It's a fanastic read ~~ one that I would highly recommend to everyone! And how can anyone not fall in love with Bilbo Baggins, the Hobbit that left the Shire to answer the call that Gandalf put out? The adventures he set upon ~~ both externally and internally ~~ made a real Hobbit out of Baggins. If you're going to read the Lord of the Rings trilogy ~~ I highly recommend people to start with the Hobbit first ~~ it is a lighter read and wonderfully written as well ~~ and so entertaining! Mere words can't describe its wonder well enough! Just pick this book up and get lost in Tolkien's magical world! 1-17-02
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Summary: HOBTACULAR
Review: The Hobbit is, by far, the best book I've read...period. It begins with Bilbo Baggins, as we all know, enjoying his little home in the side of a hill. Shortly after though, the great Gandalf himself comes tapping on his door followed by his Dwarven Companions. "Hobbit's are NOT adventurers" all the Hobbits say, though Bilbo pays them no mind as he marches out of his home with his friends on an adventure he wont ever forget. They encounter many dangers like Orcs and Goblins, but nothing compares to the being they will encounter near the end of their journey... The Hobbit is one of Tolkiens best works. Being the prequel, it is essential that he gets everything done right...and he does with a vengeance! Everything about this book is perfect, from the descriptive battles to the cute jokes hidden in the story along the way. Tolkien appeals to both the strong Fantasy readers and even those that are just beginning. If you are wanting to get into the Fantasy world, this is the book to begin with. It is very easy to read to any age, and would be a perfect bedtime story for the little ones. Hobbit should be read by those young and old, and receives my rating of 5 stars without any problems.
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