The Hobbit
Author: J.R.R. Tolkien
Review and Background of The Hobbit
The Hobbit is a classic fantasy novel that was intended for children, but can be loved today by kids and adults alike. J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit is the prequel to the popular Lord of the Rings Trilogy (which has been made into popular feature films on the big screen), and tells the story of how the young hobbits got their hands on the dangerous One Ring in the first place. Yes, as stated by the title of the book, hobbits play a major role in this novel.
One hobbit in particular, Bilbo Baggins (Frodo Baggins’ uncle), is the one hobbit who goes on a great adventure. The Hobbit follows Bilbo as he leaves the quiet Shire and enters a world of orcs, elves, wizards, dwarves, and dragons.
Plot Summary of The Hobbit
In The Hobbit, Bilbo Baggins, a well to do hobbit who has never dreamed of adventure, suddenly finds himself on an adventure of his own when Gandalf, a wise old wizard, knocks on his large green door. Bilbo discovers that he has been asked to be a burglar and help a band of dwarves win back their treasure from the evil dragon, Smaug, in their old home, the Lonely Mountain.
Will Bilbo Baggins be able to help the dwarves and Gandalf the wizard on his journey to slay the dragon Smaug and win back the treasure, or will he stay thinking he’s too small a hobbit to make any real difference?
Why You Should Read The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien
This question and so much more can be found out in the great fantasy children’s novel, The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien. This book is soon to be made into a movie just like The Lord of the Rings trilogy was made into films as well, and its great plot and likeable characters in Bilbo Baggins and Gandalf are a joy to behold. The Hobbit is highly recommended for all readers, full of friendship, courage, and adventure. Join in the great popularity and magic of Middle Earth’s The Hobbit today!
