The Hobbit

Name: The Hobbit
Author: J.R.R. Tolkien

by J.R.R. Tolkien

Humble hobbit discovers magical ring and embarks on unexpected adventure with wizard and diverse companions

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J.R.R. Tolkien

J.R.R. Tolkien was a British author and Oxford professor whose Middle-earth mythology essentially created the template for modern epic fantasy. The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit have sold hundreds of millions of copies and inspired countless authors, games, and films. His invented languages, deep history, and moral seriousness remain unmatched in the genre.

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