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The Hobbit, or There and Back Again
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Gandalf Stormcrow.
Bilbo Baggins is a Middle-Earth halfling merrily living his peaceful and uneventful days in the joyous lands of Hobbiton. As any well self-respected hobbit, Bilbo loves cooking his tasty meals, enjoy the blissful sun, and dutifully drink his midday tea; ever so good-natured and hospitable with his neighbors, always undisturbed, and never bothering anyone else. This has been the way his whole pleasant life, until one fine day an unexpected troublesome visitor knocks heavily at his door; a wizard of all things, with a map, and an extraordinary treasure quest. The outrage!
What started it all. The timeless masterpiece and foundational basis of what later became the amazing Lord of the Rings trilogy that forever changed fantasy. How to ever forget poor pushover Bilbo, the formidable Gandalf, mighty Thorin Oakenshield, his band of lively dwarves, and their audacious adventure to reclaim Lonely Mountains from the terrifying dragon Smaug. So many fantastical moments to remember by (view spoiler) and a bittersweet ending that pierces the soul. An unforgettable fantasy journey like few others out there, considerably short, with a very simple and direct delivery for such an intricately complex world, with exquisite lovable characters, boundless lore, and an otherworldly universe that you just can never get enough of. Masterful, every single page of it. Highly Recommendable.
*** I’m not even sure how to rate the movies (2012-13-14), since they have way more stuff made up than the actual book. I mean really, one movie for each LOTR, and three for this third of a book? –cough- money grab! –cough-. I didn’t time myself but this may be one of few examples where reading the book may actually be faster than watching the films. Visually astounding, that’s for sure. Flawless scenography and special effects, granted. But faithful to the book? 20% yes, 80% NO. The glaring lack of Oscars and accolades pretty much says it all too. How many times have I watched it? Once, and it was more than enough.

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PERSONAL NOTE :
[1937] [366p] [Fantasy] [Highly Recommendable]
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★★★★� A. The Silmarillion
★★★★� 0. The Hobbit
★★★★� 1. The Fellowship of the Ring
★★★★� 2. The Two Towers
★★★★� 3. The Return of the King
★★★★� 1-3. The Lord of the Rings
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Gandalf Cuervo de la Tempestad.
Bilbo Baggins es un mediano de la Tierra Media felizmente viviendo sus pacíficos y tranquilos días en las alegres tierras de Hobbiton. Como todo decente y bien respetado hobbit, Bilbo ama cocinar sus deliciosas comidas, disfrutar del dichoso sol, y beber su habitual té de mediodía; siempre bondadoso y hospitalario con sus vecinos, sin problemas, y nunca molestando a nadie. Esta ha sido siempre la manera de su muy placentera vida, hasta que cierto día un inesperado y problemático visitante golpea fuertemente a su puerta; un mago para colmo de males, con un mapa, y una extraordinaria misión en búsqueda de tesoros. ¡El descaro!
Lo que empezó todo. La obra maestra de todos los tiempos y base fundacional de lo que luego se convertiría en la asombrosa trilogía del Señor de los Anillos que para siempre cambió la fantasía. ¿Cómo alguna vez olvidar? Al pobre y doblegable Bilbo, el formidable Gandalf, el tenaz Thorin Oakenshield, su banda de vivarachos enanos, y su audaz aventura para reclamar las Montañas Solitarias del terrorífico dragón Smaug. Tantos fantásticos momentos para el recuerdo (view spoiler) y ese final tan agridulce que perfora el alma. Un inolvidable viaje de fantasía como pocos allá afuera, considerablemente corto, con una muy simple y directa entrega para tan intrincadamente complejo mundo, con exquisitamente adorables personajes, lore sin fin, y un universo de otro mundo del cual nunca se puede tener suficiente. Magistral, cada página de ella. Altamente Recomendable.
*** Ni siquiera estoy seguro de cómo calificar las películas (2012-13-14), ya que tienen muchísimas más cosas inventadas que el libro original. O sea en serio, una película para cada LOTR, ¿y tres para este tercio de libro? –cof - avaricia! –cof-. No me tomé el tiempo pero creo que este es uno de escasos ejemplos en que leer el libro pueda ser incluso más rápido que ver las películas. Visualmente asombrosa, eso por seguro. Impecable escenografía y efectos especiales, concedido. ¿Pero fiel al libro? 20% sí, 80% NO. La notable falta de Oscars y premios dice todo muy claro también. ¿Cuántas veces la vi? Una, y eso fue más que suficiente.

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NOTA PERSONAL :
[1937] [366p] [Fantasía] [Altamente Recomendable]
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Bilbo Baggins is a Middle-Earth halfling merrily living his peaceful and uneventful days in the joyous lands of Hobbiton. As any well self-respected hobbit, Bilbo loves cooking his tasty meals, enjoy the blissful sun, and dutifully drink his midday tea; ever so good-natured and hospitable with his neighbors, always undisturbed, and never bothering anyone else. This has been the way his whole pleasant life, until one fine day an unexpected troublesome visitor knocks heavily at his door; a wizard of all things, with a map, and an extraordinary treasure quest. The outrage!
What started it all. The timeless masterpiece and foundational basis of what later became the amazing Lord of the Rings trilogy that forever changed fantasy. How to ever forget poor pushover Bilbo, the formidable Gandalf, mighty Thorin Oakenshield, his band of lively dwarves, and their audacious adventure to reclaim Lonely Mountains from the terrifying dragon Smaug. So many fantastical moments to remember by (view spoiler) and a bittersweet ending that pierces the soul. An unforgettable fantasy journey like few others out there, considerably short, with a very simple and direct delivery for such an intricately complex world, with exquisite lovable characters, boundless lore, and an otherworldly universe that you just can never get enough of. Masterful, every single page of it. Highly Recommendable.
*** I’m not even sure how to rate the movies (2012-13-14), since they have way more stuff made up than the actual book. I mean really, one movie for each LOTR, and three for this third of a book? –cough- money grab! –cough-. I didn’t time myself but this may be one of few examples where reading the book may actually be faster than watching the films. Visually astounding, that’s for sure. Flawless scenography and special effects, granted. But faithful to the book? 20% yes, 80% NO. The glaring lack of Oscars and accolades pretty much says it all too. How many times have I watched it? Once, and it was more than enough.

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PERSONAL NOTE :
[1937] [366p] [Fantasy] [Highly Recommendable]
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★★★★� A. The Silmarillion
★★★★� 0. The Hobbit
★★★★� 1. The Fellowship of the Ring
★★★★� 2. The Two Towers
★★★★� 3. The Return of the King
★★★★� 1-3. The Lord of the Rings
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Gandalf Cuervo de la Tempestad.
Bilbo Baggins es un mediano de la Tierra Media felizmente viviendo sus pacíficos y tranquilos días en las alegres tierras de Hobbiton. Como todo decente y bien respetado hobbit, Bilbo ama cocinar sus deliciosas comidas, disfrutar del dichoso sol, y beber su habitual té de mediodía; siempre bondadoso y hospitalario con sus vecinos, sin problemas, y nunca molestando a nadie. Esta ha sido siempre la manera de su muy placentera vida, hasta que cierto día un inesperado y problemático visitante golpea fuertemente a su puerta; un mago para colmo de males, con un mapa, y una extraordinaria misión en búsqueda de tesoros. ¡El descaro!
Lo que empezó todo. La obra maestra de todos los tiempos y base fundacional de lo que luego se convertiría en la asombrosa trilogía del Señor de los Anillos que para siempre cambió la fantasía. ¿Cómo alguna vez olvidar? Al pobre y doblegable Bilbo, el formidable Gandalf, el tenaz Thorin Oakenshield, su banda de vivarachos enanos, y su audaz aventura para reclamar las Montañas Solitarias del terrorífico dragón Smaug. Tantos fantásticos momentos para el recuerdo (view spoiler) y ese final tan agridulce que perfora el alma. Un inolvidable viaje de fantasía como pocos allá afuera, considerablemente corto, con una muy simple y directa entrega para tan intrincadamente complejo mundo, con exquisitamente adorables personajes, lore sin fin, y un universo de otro mundo del cual nunca se puede tener suficiente. Magistral, cada página de ella. Altamente Recomendable.
*** Ni siquiera estoy seguro de cómo calificar las películas (2012-13-14), ya que tienen muchísimas más cosas inventadas que el libro original. O sea en serio, una película para cada LOTR, ¿y tres para este tercio de libro? –cof - avaricia! –cof-. No me tomé el tiempo pero creo que este es uno de escasos ejemplos en que leer el libro pueda ser incluso más rápido que ver las películas. Visualmente asombrosa, eso por seguro. Impecable escenografía y efectos especiales, concedido. ¿Pero fiel al libro? 20% sí, 80% NO. La notable falta de Oscars y premios dice todo muy claro también. ¿Cuántas veces la vi? Una, y eso fue más que suficiente.

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NOTA PERSONAL :
[1937] [366p] [Fantasía] [Altamente Recomendable]
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Pure Classicness alright. Thank you Thibault!

Oh didn't know Jackson was forced into it. Those greedy Hollywood hotshots! It really doesn't compare does it Tahera? LOTR FOREVER <3

Una vez más, que la semana le sea propicia, noble Fede.

Una vez más, que la semana le sea propi..."
Muchas gracias Lady A.! Es muy muy cortito y al grano comparado con las películas jaja. Espero que lo disfrute si lo lee. Que este apestoso lunes pase rápido y tenga una buena semana!


Thank you Kay! Glad to see you loved it too despite the glaring money grab lol xD

Thank you Srivalli ! Loosely based applies very well in this case I think lol. They are THAT different xD


Absolutely Ayesha! Watching a beloved book come to life is one of the greatest pleasures ever <3. The movies did that part good alright, even if went WAY beyond the scope of the book lol.

Gracias Savery! Es un mundo increíble y adorable sin duda <3



Aw that's lovely! Did you win the race? LOL. In your case I think the movies would suit you better Donna, even if they are not completely faithful to the book :p

Thank you Tina! If you have already watched the movies I bet the book will feel like a very concise summary lol.


Thank you Mimi! Glad you loved it too! And the movies... sigh. Oh well, at least we'll always have



Awww that's an adorable memory Alexandra! Glad mommy and The Hobbit nursed you back to health. And I like to think a bit of snot went back with the book when she returned it. A precious memento of that beautiful first encounter with Tolklen <3<3<3

Thank you Regina! Glad you loved it too! Truly one of those books you never forget <3, especially if you read it before watching the movies.

Happy you enjoy, Federico!

Thank you Nora! Happy to see you did too :D

Thank you Jan! Ah peer pressure can be a pain sometimes lol! But I totally support your 2 stars. Never mind crazed Tolkienites, the block button is just one click away xD.


Thank you Debbie! Glad to hear you loved it too! Absolutely LOTR is another thing entirely <3

No comments about the book as I haven't read it. Need to rectify that after reading your thoughts!!

Great review, Federico.

No comments about the book ..."
Oh yes absolutely Rosh! No comparison to the LOTR movies <3. The Hobbit is like a much lighter version, a lot shorter, easier to read and more closer to a children's novel; so I'm positive kiddo Roshie will enjoy it ;)

Great review, Federico."
LOL. You don't even have to take my word for it. All knowing Google says reading The Hobbit takes an average of 6 hrs 27 mins, while watching the trilogy movies, 8 hours, and even more if you watch the extended editions xD. Thank you PB!


Sorry Melcat you are on my untrustworthy list, no dice. No seriously thank you for the rec :) ! Added it to my watchlist and will duly watch it during my break from GR. But they better have removed all the singing while cleaning the dishes or I'm throwing a tantrum lol.

all the foolishness it removed :) that's what I love the most about this ! we added this version to our LOTR marathon each year and I will never watch the originals again (can't wait until you see it and you can take me out of the untrustworthy list :D)


Will remove you from the list, update the review and let Rosh know because she also hates the movies lol xD

Thank you Esta! Oh yeah it's very quick and easy to read compared to LOTR, barely half of one the trilogy books. Tolkien tends to get over descriptive sometimes but it's still good lol. Hope you enjoy it :) !

De los mejores <3. Gracias Laura! Me alegra que a vos también :)

The movies were pretty good, but not favorites.