Synopsis
This is the tale of Bilbo Baggins, a hobbit who enjoys a comfortable, unambitious life, rarely traveling any farther than his pantry or cellar. His contentment is disturbed, however, 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.- ★★★★☆
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Mindful Muslim Review
This delightful tale of a hobbit who finds himself through his travels is a page-turner read-aloud for younger children. Bilbo Baggins finds the courage to face his fears, the humility to forgo his creature comforts, and the resilience to overcome hopelessness. His refusal to give up on the inherent integrity of his fellow travelers, even when they themselves may have forgotten it, brings about the final good fortune of himself and his friends. Written for a younger audience, the language is simpler and the story more straightforward than the Lord of the Rings trilogy.
Genres: Adventure, Fantasy, General Fiction
Series: Lord of the Rings
Publisher: Mariner Books
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