The Hobbit (1966 21st Printing)

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Early printing. 1966. 21st Printing. Illustrated by the author. Endpaper maps. Original green cloth stamped in blue. Bright dust jacket is near fine (unclipped with $3.95 price) and protected in a mylar cover. Christmas gift inscription on front leaf facing half title page. Shallow gouges to top edges and small water/liquid stain on lower right corner of front cover. Very good plus. Overall a very crisp, handsome and bright copy worthy of collecting. More photos available on request. All orders ship well packaged in a sturdy box. J.R.R. Tolkien s The Hobbit, first published in 1937, is a cornerstone of modern fantasy literature. The novel follows the journey of Bilbo Baggins, a humble hobbit who is reluctantly swept into an adventure with a company of dwarves seeking to reclaim their homeland from the dragon Smaug. Guided by the enigmatic wizard Gandalf, Bilbo undergoes a transformation from a timid homebody into a clever and courageous hero. Along the way, he encounters trolls, goblins, giant spiders, and the creature Gollum, from whom he acquires the One Ring an artifact that would later become central to The Lord of the Rings. Originally written as a children s story, The Hobbit is notable for its rich world-building, inspired by Norse and Anglo-Saxon mythology, and its engaging, conversational narrative style. Tolkien s meticulous attention to detail in crafting Middle-earth set a new standard for fantasy fiction, influencing countless authors and spawning an entire genre of epic fantasy. The book s impact extends far beyond literature. It laid the groundwork for The Lord of the Rings, which in turn inspired adaptations in film, television, and gaming. Peter Jackson s film adaptation of The Hobbit (2012 2014) introduced the story to a new generation, though it took creative liberties that divided fans. More broadly, The Hobbit helped cement fantasy as a serious literary genre, paving the way for works like The Chronicles of Narnia and A Song of Ice and Fire. It also popularized the archetype of the reluctant hero and the hero s journey structure, which are now staples of storytelling. Even today, The Hobbit remains a beloved classic, continuing to enchant readers with its themes of bravery, adventure, and the discovery of inner strength. N° de ref. del artículo 344

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