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The Hobbit: Original Hardcover Edition | Classic Myth & Modern Fairy Tale - Journey with Bilbo, Gandalf & Smaug | Houghton Mifflin Harcourt | J.R.R. Tolkien
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The Hobbit is a classic fantasy story that has been enjoyed by many for its moral lessons and allegorical themes. It is a story of middle-class life and the struggle between the rich and poor, and is a great example of how the middle class can achieve success. It is a great book for both children and adults, and is a great way to learn about the importance of self-reliance and the value of hard work.
In a hole in the ground, there lived a hobbit. So begins one of the most beloved and delightful tales in the English language. Set in the imaginary world of Middle-earth, at once a classic myth and a modern fairy tale, J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit is one of literature's most enduring and well-loved novels. Presented here in the standard hardcover edition usi…
In a hole in the ground, there lived a hobbit. So begins one of the most beloved and delightful tales in the English language. Set in the imaginary world of Middle-earth, at once a classic myth and a modern fairy tale, J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit is one of literature's most enduring and well-loved novels. Presented here in the standard hardcover edition using the author's original jacket design.Bilbo Baggins is a hobbit who enjoys a comfortable, unambitious life, rarely traveling any farther than his pantry or cellar. But his contentment is disturbed when the wizard Gandalf and a company of dwarves arrive on his doorstep one day to whisk him away on an adventure. They have launched a plot to raid the treasure hoard guarded by Smaug the Magnificent, a large and very dangerous dragon.Bilbo reluctantly joins their quest, unaware that on his journey to the Lonely Mountain he will encounter both a magic ring and a frightening creature known as Gollum.Written for Tolkien's own children, The Hobbit has sold many millions of copies worldwide and established itself as a modern classic.
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The Hobbit is a classic fantasy story that has been enjoyed by many for its moral lessons and allegorical themes. It is a story of middle-class life and the struggle between the rich and poor, and is a great example of how the middle class can achieve success. It is a great book for both children and adults, and is a great way to learn about the importance of self-reliance and the value of hard work.
Pros
- Engaging story
- Well-written
- Emotionally engaging
- Easy to read
- Great for all ages
Cons
- Some readers may find it slow-paced
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In a hole in the ground, there lived a hobbit. So begins one of the most beloved and delightful tales in the English language. Set in the imaginary world of Middle-earth, at once a classic myth and a modern fairy tale, J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit is one of literature's most enduring and well-loved novels. Presented here in the standard hardcover edition using the author's original jacket design.Bilbo Baggins is a hobbit who enjoys a comfortable, unambitious life, rarely traveling any farther than his pantry or cellar. But his contentment is disturbed when the wizard Gandalf and a company of dwarves arrive on his doorstep one day to whisk him away on an adventure. They have launched a plot to raid the treasure hoard guarded by Smaug the Magnificent, a large and very dangerous dragon.Bilbo reluctantly joins their quest, unaware that on his journey to the Lonely Mountain he will encounter both a magic ring and a frightening creature known as Gollum.Written for Tolkien's own children, The Hobbit has sold many millions of copies worldwide and established itself as a modern classic.
Specifications
| ISBN | 0395071224 |
| Publication Date | 1938 |
| Weight | 12 Ounces |
| Formulation | Hardcover |
| Dimensions | 8 1/4 X 5 3/4 X 1 (Inches) |