A new paperback edition of JRR Tolkien's fantasy masterpiece, The Hobbit
The Hobbit is a tale of high adventure, undertaken by a company of dwarves in
search of dragon-guarded gold. A reluctant partner in this perilous quest is
Bilbo Baggins, a comfort-loving unambitious hobbit, who surprises even himself
by his resourcefulness and skill as a burglar. Encounters with trolls, goblins,
dwarves, elves and giant spiders, conversations with the dragon, Smaug, and a
rather unwilling presence at the Battle of Five Armies are just some of the
adventures that befall Bilbo. Bilbo Baggins has taken his place among the ranks
of the immortals of children's fiction. Written by Professor Tolkien for his
own children, The Hobbit met with instant critical acclaim when published.
Accolades
Runner-up for The BBC Big Read Top 100 2003.
Runner-up for The BBC Big Read Top 21 2003.
Shortlisted for BBC Big Read Top 100 2003.
Author Biography
J.R.R.Tolkien (1892–1973) was a distinguished academic, though he is best
known for writing The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion, plus
other stories and essays. His books have been translated into over 30 languages
and have sold many millions of copies worldwide.