The Hobbit is a 1937 children's book written by renowned author, J.R.R. Tolkien.
Plot Synopsis
The Hobbit is a story that follows the early adventures of Bilbo Baggins who acquires "The One Ring" that sets up the follow-up trilogy The Lord of the Rings.
Critical Reception
- "All those, young or old, who love a finely imagined story, beautifully told, will take The Hobbitto their hearts." - Horn Book Guide
- "A flawless masterpiece." - The Times of London
- "Great book a little intense for younger children. I bought this book for my son who is 9. He enjoyed the book but did feel it was kind of intense. The fight scenes are very well written and subsequently scary." - Amazon.com user review
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The Hobbit Author Information
- Mahalo's Guide to J.R.R. Tolkien
- Official Site: The Tolkien Estate
- Wikipedia: J.R.R. Tolkien
- The Tolkien Society: Tolkien Biography
- The Lord of the Rings Wiki: J.R.R. Tolkien
- Books and Writers: J.R.R. Tolkien Biography
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How is Bilbo at the beginning of the novel The Hobbit?
What does Bilbo gain at the end of The Hobbit?
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The Hobbit is a great book. I hope they make it into a movie like the others. If I understand what you're looking for . . . in the beginning ...
Which came first: The Hobbit or The Lord of the Rings?(1 Answer)
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The Hobbit came first. It was written in 1937. Lord of the Rings was the sequel for "The Hobbit." "The Hobbit" was a much simpler, fantasy written for ...
