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The book came quickly and in perfect condition. It's truly a must for any Tolkien fan!
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"The Hobbit" is many things. It is an inspirational coming-of-age tale, starring a reluctant hero who is made of tougher stuff than he realizes. It is a classic--perhaps timeless--children's tale that adults enjoy more so than the younger audience, especially in modern times. It is an epic fantasy tale that has influenced the genre--along with The Lord of the Rings--more than any other book. However, it is not--in my opinion--perfect.
The biggest complaint you'll find about "The Hobbit" is that the prose is 'too descriptive.' You'll see many Tolkien-enthusiasts bashing those who think that, insinuating that those reviewers who dislike Tolkien's style are simply too stupid to properly understand it. I, however, disagree. It all comes down to a matter of taste and, for me (at times), Tolkien's highly descriptive prose bogs the story down a bit too much. However, not a sentence in this story can be deemed "bad," because the writing--whether you consider it too descriptive or 'just right'--is beautiful. His talent for describing both landscape and character is immense, and will leave any high-fantasy fan more than satisfied.
"The Hobbit" is undoubtedly a beautiful book. As I said, I wouldn't call it perfect, but the story of Bilbo Baggins and his epic adventure is at the very least a "must-have." I recommend you buy it in hardcover, preferably the Alan Lee Illustrated Edition, so it will last through the ages.
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This is an amazing book to read. I will credit for my love of fantasy, through his vivid worlds and carefully crafted characters he brings the stories to life. I only wish they would have made this into a movie prier to the others.
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I had wanted this edition of the Hobbit for several years, and finally found it on Amazon. It is a beautiful book and well worth the reasonable price. It includes some color illustrations done by Tolkien, which really add to the depth of the wonderful story.
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Completely unabridged, the narrator is the same as for the lord of the rings unabridged audio. Alas, he does not narrate the Silmmarillion, whose narrator leaves a lot to be desired for. Get this adaptation today!
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