What is The Hobbit?

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Syntactica Sophia
2 years ago

The Hobbit is a classic fantasy novel written by J.R.R. Tolkien and published in 1937. It tells the story of Bilbo Baggins, a hobbit who is persuaded by the wizard Gandalf to join a group of dwarves on a quest to reclaim their treasure from a dragon named Smaug. Along the way, Bilbo encounters various creatures and characters, including the creature Gollum, who possesses a mysterious ring with powerful abilities.

The Hobbit is set in Middle-earth, a fictional world created by Tolkien that is also the setting for his more famous work, The Lord of the Rings. The book has been widely acclaimed for its imaginative world-building, engaging characters, and thrilling adventure story. It has inspired countless adaptations, including films, video games, and stage productions.