"In a hole in the ground, there lived a hobbit." So begins one of the most beloved and delightful tales in the English language. 
Set in the imaginary world of Middle-earth, at once a classic myth and a modern fairy tale, J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit is one of literature's most enduring and well-loved novels. This edition of The Hobbit has been specially formatted for young readers and features cover art by Caldecott Honor-winning illustrator Peter Sís.
Bilbo Baggins is a hobbit who enjoys a comfortable, unambitious life, rarely traveling any farther than his pantry or cellar. But his contentment is disturbed when the wizard Gandalf and a company of dwarves arrive on his doorstep one day to whisk him away on an adventure. They have launched a plot to raid the treasure hoard guarded by Smaug the Magnificent, a large and very dangerous dragon.
Bilbo reluctantly joins their quest, unaware that on his journey to the Lonely Mountain he will encounter both a magic ring and a frightening creature known as Gollum.
Written for Tolkien's own children, The Hobbit has sold many millions of copies worldwide and established itself as a modern classic.


Author: J. R. R. Tolkien
Publisher: Clarion Books
Published: 09/25/2001
Pages: 352
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.55lbs
Size: 7.70h x 4.90w x 1.10d
ISBN: 9780618150823
Age Range: 12-UP


Review Citation(s): 
PW Notes and Reprints 11/05/2001 pg. 71
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2001 pg. 102 - Superior,Well Above Average
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2002 pg. 102 - Superior,Well Above Average
Library Journal 10/01/2001