Lord of the Rings: The Hobbit (Graphic Novel) : An Illustrated Edition of the Fantasy Classic (Paperback)

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Manufacturer: Ballantine Books

First published in the United States more than sixty years ago J.R.R. Tolkien s The Hobbit has become one of the best-loved books of all time. Illustrated throughout in full color and accompanied by the carefully abridged text of the original novel this handsome authorized edition will introduce new generations to a magical masterpiece. An illustrated edition of the enchanting prequel to The Lord of the Rings The Hobbit--the classic fantasy that inspired Peter Jackson s major motion picture trilogy--in a newly expanded edition. When Thorin Oakenshield and his band of dwarves embark upon a dangerous quest to reclaim the hoard of gold stolen from them by the evil dragon Smaug Gandalf the wizard suggests an unlikely accomplice: Bilbo Baggins an unassuming Hobbit dwelling in peaceful Hobbiton. Along the way the company faces trolls goblins giant spiders and worse. But as they journey from the wonders of Rivendell to the terrors of Mirkwood and beyond Bilbo will find that there is more to him than anyone--himself included--ever dreamed. Unexpected qualities of courage and cunning and a love of adventure propel Bilbo toward his great destiny . . . a destiny that waits in the dark caverns beneath the Misty Mountains where a twisted creature known as Gollum jealously guards a precious magic ring.