The Hobbit

This book will always have a special place in my heart. My father would read it to me when I was younger, and now he has passed on it means even more to me. I have two copies, a new one, which I read to my niece (like me, she devours books) and an old, tatty copy, the one my father read to me. This book is a delight for adults and children, and the characters are fun and captivating. A much lighter read for Lord of the Rings fans, you'll find yourself cheering Bilbo as he triumphs over trolls and dragons, share his frustrations over the tiresome dwarves and feel his pain as he is bumped about in a barrel. It's a classic for a reason, and will always invoke a comfortable fondness from me

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i love this book

This is THE BOOK. Without question, if you want to delight your children or if you are simply looking for a fun and engaging tale, read this book. This story will instill a love of books in your kids and provide a life time of enjoyment as it can be read again and again. Pick it up, you'll be glad you did.

I own an original first edition.

I received it as a gift from my grandfather.

Great book. Recommend it to anyone.

A fun read and a great story. Tolkein is a master story teller.

Ah, the book that started it all, kicking off the charming tale of the little hobbit who is swept off into an adventure of trolls, giant spiders, dragons and elves, and finding a golden ring that will shape the future for his nephew, and the world. This is also probably the book that began my love affair with reading - hearing it on Jackanory and being read it at school, I read at myself as soon as I was able and part of me has remained in Middle Earth.

Great story! It's a great adventure. Disney used to play this cartoon-movie all the time and I've watched it here and there. It's the first time I've read it and I want to add it to my library!! It's a real adventure and, for some reason-I can't put my finger on it, I love the way it's written. I love how the author tells Bilbo's story. Great read for anyone!