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The Hobbit Study Guide & Essays

by J.R.R. Tolkien

In terms of Tolkien's literary context, we should look to his twin focuses: philology (the study of languages) and philosophy (moral, rather than political ethics). The Hobbit is a literary exposition of Tolkien's personal grappling with the "big ideas" that have long engaged the great minds of…

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what does gandalf "give" bilbo?

Posted By lolita m #105955 at Sep 29, 2009 9:39 PM in The Hobbit || 0 replies

how is the ring used for good and evil

any comments on how the ring is used for good and for evil much appreciated!

Posted By arthur b #63327 at Sep 04, 2008 9:11 PM in The Hobbit || 0 replies

Don't Read this Book.

This book is very boring. Unless you're into dwarves, goblins, hobbits, dragons, wargs, eagles, and other mystical creatures.

Our whole class strongly disliked this book.

Posted By kelsey c #55687 at Mar 13, 2008 9:18 PM in The Hobbit || 1 reply