The Hobbit
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About this book
Dwarves elves goblins trolls dragons and wizards - these are the ingredients of J.R.R. Tolkiens wonderful fantasy the prelude toThe Lord of The Rings now the subject of a major feature film series. The hero of the tale is Bilbo Baggins a home-loving unambitious hobbit who is suddenly thrust into what turns out to be the biggest adventure of his life. Guided by Gandalf the wizard Bilbo and a company of dwarves set out to destroy Smaug the Magnificent a ferocious dragon who guards a treasure hoard. Their journey contains many dangers and in facing them the reluctant Bilbos great resourcefulness and courage surprises everyone - not least himself! Since it was first broadcast in 1968 this BBC Radio 4 dramatisation has become a classic in its own right perfectly evoking Tolkiens magical other world and its enchanting fantastic inhabitants. 5 CDs. 3 hours 45 mins.
