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5.0 stars. I loved this story and I think it belongs right along side the Lord of the Rings trilogy when talking about Tolkien's work. Looking forward to re-reading this one soon.
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This book was a very ancient candidate on my "to read list" and I always planned to read it just before the Lord of the Rings. So far, things have worked out and I have started Lord of the Rings the same afternoon I finished the Hobbit.
I don't think I would enjoy Lord of the Rings as much as I do, had I not read the Hobbit just beforehand. The Hobbit really provides the reader with a lot of background information, which is an advantage when you get started with the trilogy.
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I don't think I would enjoy Lord of the Rings as much as I do, had I not read the Hobbit just beforehand. The Hobbit really provides the reader with a lot of background information, which is an advantage when you get started with the trilogy.
Nevertheless, I still ...more
It's the hobbit! Like seeing one of your old friends from high school!
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A delightful tale of Bilbo Baggins the Hobbit's adventure with 13 dwarves in their quest to regain their gold.
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Wow what I can say except this is one the best books ever created by the imagination of man! It is the perfect first step into the wonderful world of Tolkien. Bilbo Baggins is one my favorite literary characters and proves that great things can come in small packages. If you have never read Tolkein definately check out this book!
The First and last book I will ever need :)
Aug 01, 2008
Fidrox
marked it as to-read
Nov 10, 2008
Dylan
marked it as to-read
