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This deluxe collector's edition of Tolkien's modern classic is boxed and bound in green leatherette with gold and red foil rune stamping on the spine and cover. The text pages are printed in black with green accents. It includes five full page illustrations in full color and many more in two color in addition to Thror's map -- all prepared by the author. J.R.R. Tolkien's own description for the original edition: If you care for journeys there and back, out of the comfortable Western world, over the edge of the Wild, and home again, and can take an interest in a humble hero (blessed with a little wisdom and a little courage and considerable good luck), here is a record of such a journey and such a traveler. The period is the ancient time between the age of Faerie and the dominion of men, when the famous forest of Mirkwood was still standing, and the mountains were full of danger. In following the path of this humble adventurer, you will learn by the way (as he did) -- if you do not already know all about these things -- much about trolls, goblins, dwarves, and elves, and get some glimpses into the history and politics of a neglected but important period. For Mr. Bilbo Baggins visited various notable persons; conversed with the dragon, Smaug the Magnificent; and was present, rather unwillingly, at the Battle of the Five Armies. This is all the more remarkable, since he was a hobbit. Hobbits have hitherto been passed over in history and legend, perhaps because they as a rule preferred comfort to excitement. But this account, based on his personal memoirs, of the one exciting year in the otherwise quiet life of Mr. Baggins will give you a fair idea of the estimable people now (it is said) becoming rather rare. They do not like noise.
- Format: Hardcover
- Author: Tolkien, J. R. R.
- ISBN: 9780395177112
- Condition: New
- Dimensions: 9.75 x 1.53
- Number Of Pages: 316
- Publication Year: 1973
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A children's book for all ages
Kat R. - 2 years 9 months agoThe Hobbit is a classic tale of adventure and discovering one's self, set in the fabulous multi-dimensional world of Tolkien's Lord of the Rings. Bilbo is our long-suffering protagonist that just can't seem to help falling in with a ragtag group of dwarves searching for their lost homeland. A complex set of characters brings the world to life in a adventure worthy of any age.
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Tolkien really takes his time with this story but in a good way!
Alex A. - 5 years 6 months agoThis book is a great read! Fantasy and adventure through and through!
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Great Book
Nicholas W. - 5 years 11 months agoI love it, it's a classic that always pleases. I would always recommend this book whether you are young or old.
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In Tolkien We Trust
Matt M. - 6 years agoThe hobbit is a prime example of how Tolkien can paint an image in your mind. I wasn’t a big reader until I reached my 20’s and this is the book that launched me into this hobby. You can’t truly feel the movies unless you’ve indulged in this book. #bannedbook
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One of My Favorite Books!
Shane P. - 6 years 3 months agoOne of my favorite books is the Hobbit by J.R.R Tolkien. My favorite character was Smaug. I really liked that Tolkien gave him a personality even though he is a creature. Tolkien also does this with the spiders and trolls. Another favorite part of the story for me is the goblins in the caves, and Gollum playing a game of riddles with Bilbo. I also enjoyed the Mirkwood scene and Bilbo's transformation into the true hero of the story. I wish he would have focused on some of the other twelve dwarves and developing those characters more. I would have enjoyed more details of the battle scene, but Tolkien keeps it brief and that does make it more appropriate for children I suppose. It is an awesome book to read. I definitely recommend for everyone, kids and adults. #summerreading