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Summary: A good review
Review: The Hobbit, By J.R.R. Tolkein, is a book for everyone. It has comedy, jokes and riddles along with suspense and adventure for those who seek a good page turner. Tolkein tells you how the hobbit, Bilbo, came of the ring and had thirteen other companions to help find what the ring could do. It tells of their adventures against the giant spiders, evil wolves, orcs and much, much more. Even though he first wishes that he was home by his warm fire and on his soft bed, this adventure changes his life and the lives of his companions. I myself have never read a book like THE HOBBIT, and hope to have the pleasure of talking to more of the fans of this book because in my opinion it is one of the worlds' finest.
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Summary: The Hobbit
Review: Those who did not like "The Hobbit"--and I was surprised how many didn't like it--seem to have missed the point. Either they did not really read it or read it very superficially.The author was a professor of Anglo-Saxon and Old Norse, and he took many of the elements of the story--including, for example, the dwarves' names, the the theft of the dragon's cup, and trolls that cannot stand daylight--from the legends and myths of those cultures. Basically, the story is one of a well-to-do middle-aged bachelor (50--which isn't as old for a hobbit as it is for a human, as they live on the average about half again as long as we do) who lives a comfortable, snug, smug existance in the beautiful home his parents--he was an only child--had built. Then, along come thirteen dwarves and a wizard who take him out of that narrow existance and show him a great, big world out there; some of it is beautiful, some of it is horrible, but all of it is exciting; along the way he finds that he's a lot braver and a lot cleverer than he thought he was. He comes home, to his old life, but not the same. The book is all about growing up, maturing, pushing your limits. It is also about the futility of lust for material gain and the horror of war. You don't have to like it; nobody said that you HAVE TO like anyting. But don't say that it is 'pointless' or 'without substance'; to do so will tell more about your intellectual vacuity than about anything else.
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Summary: There and back again
Review: To start off with, THIS BOOK IS AWSOME!!!!! Anyone who knows how to read should read this book. It is so cool. It's about this hobbit named Bilbo, and he loves peace and quiet. Until one day he gets a visit from an old friend Gandalf, the wise wizard. Then everything changes. Eventually one thing leads to another, and he, seven dwarves, and Gandalf are on a wondrous adventure. They battle orcs and wargs, and many other exciting things.
Well in conclusion I must say that this is not your typical adventure/fantasy book. Every boy and girl should read it. I hope you enjoyed my review.
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Summary: The Hobbit Book Review
Review: The Hobbit Book Review
By Peter
The Hobbit is a story about Bilbo Baggins. Bilbo is a hobbit from Bag-end, a place in the Middle Ages. Hobbits are smaller that you and I. They don't wear shoes because they have hairy feet. Their houses are called hobbit holes. They are holes in the ground (hill). One nice day in May Bilbo gets an unusual visitor. The guest is unusual because it just so happens that he is a very powerful wizard named Gandalf. The hobbit knew the wizard because when he was young the wizard came to Bag-end to meet old friends and make fireworks. Gandalf was an old friend of the Took family and Bilbo's mother. He and the Took family used to go on all sorts of adventures. Obviously the Took's weren't hobbits because generally most hobbits enjoy peace and tranquility. Little did Bilbo know he was about to embark on an amazing quest along with thirteen dwarves and of course Gandolf. Soon he will be battling with goblins, Gullem, orcs, giant spiders, and Smaug the dragon. All he has to help him along are his friends, Spike the sword, and his very unusual ring.
The Hobbit is a great book to me because it is full of magic, battle, legends, and many unusual creatures. I would absolutely recommend this tale to anybody that wants adventure and fantasy.
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Summary: A Fantasy Masterpiece
Review: J.R.R Tolkien has written a masterpiece enjoyed by both children and adults. The Hobbit is a classic fantasy adventure of an ordinary, well-respected hobbit going on a dangerous adventure. The Hobbit shows what a just one tiny little hobbit can do. In the beginning Bilbo Baggins is unaccepted by his companions and is considered to be useless, but the discovery of a magic ring changes this all. Now Bilbo has the power of invisibility, making him an excellent thief. He helps the dwarfs escape from trouble at the time they need him most. The Hobbit explains how Bilbo got the one ring and introduces a few characters from The Lord of the Rings series. The Hobbit is an exciting story about thirteen dwarfs, a hobbit, and a wizard going to reclaim their fortune from an evil foe.
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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: 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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