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The Hobbit: Illustrated Edition Hardcover – Illustrated, October 1, 2013

by J.R.R. Tolkien (Author), Jemima Catlin (Author)
4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 6,206 ratings
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Give this beautiful gift edition of J.R.R. Tolkien's enchanting tale, The Hobbit, fully illustrated by artist Jemima Catlin. 

In The Hobbit, Bilbo Baggins enjoys a comfortable, unambitious life, rarely traveling farther than the pantry of his hobbit-hole in Bag End. But his contentment is disturbed when the wizard Gandalf and a company of thirteen dwarves arrive on his doorstep to whisk him away on a journey to raid the treasure hoard of Smaug the Magnificent, a large and very dangerous dragon....

“A glorious account of a magnificent adventure, filled with suspense and seasoned with a quiet humor that is irresistible... All those, young or old, who love a fine adventurous tale, beautifully told, will take The Hobbit to their hearts.”—The New York Times Book Review

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    384 pages
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  4. Dimensions
    7 x 1.5 x 9.25 inches
  5. Publisher
    William Morrow
  6. Publication date
    October 1, 2013
  7. ISBN-10
    0544174224
  8. ISBN-13
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"[This was] in fact no other than the great Thorin Oakenshield himself, who was not at all pleased at falling flat on Bilbo's mat with Bifur, Bofur, and Bombur on top of him." "All that the unsuspecting Bilbo saw that morning was an old man with a staff. He had a tall pointed blue hat, a long grey cloak, a silver scarf over which his long white beard hung down below his waist, and immense black boots." "Smaug lay, with wings folded like an immeasurable bat, turned partly on one side, so that the hobbit could see his underparts and his long pale belly crusted with gems and fragments of gold from his long lying on his costly bed".

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J.R.R. Tolkien (1892–1973) was a distinguished academic, though he is best known for writing The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, and The Silmarillion, plus other stories and essays. His books have been translated into over sixty languages and have sold many millions of copies worldwide.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ William Morrow; Reprint edition (October 1, 2013)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 384 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0544174224
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0544174221
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 5+ years, from customers
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.7 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7 x 1.5 x 9.25 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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J.R.R. Tolkien was born on 3rd January 1892. After serving in the First World War, he became best known for The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, selling 150 million copies in more than 40 languages worldwide. Awarded the CBE and an honorary Doctorate of Letters from Oxford University, he died in 1973 at the age of 81.

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It arrived in 5 days! I am truly over the moon with this hardcover version of The Hobbit. Awesome quality with a thick hardcover that will last for years! It reminds me of the books they made 100 years ago. The book arrived in mint condition as it was well-packed. No damage to the box either. The Hobbit is one of the first books given to me by my English teacher at the age of eleven. Once you have read this book, it becomes a life-long love affair. I can truly recommend this hardcover issue.
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Fionn
5.0 out of 5 stars This is an incredible version.
Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2024
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This version is great for little kids if you are willing to read it to them and puff up the language a bit. The reading level is about good for a smart 12 year old, however 6 year old boys would also be very interested if you would read it to them! The illustrations are also great to stimulate their imaginations.
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CallawayFam
5.0 out of 5 stars Gorgeous keepsake
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Gorgeous book! Cover is sturdy and cloth covered. Pages are thick and glossy. Illustrations are throughout. A wonderful buy to last your family a lifetime
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5.0 out of 5 stars Good Version For Kids
Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2024
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I love that this version has extra illustrations and slightly bigger text / font for kids. It makes it easier for the younger kids to start their Middle Earth Adventure.
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Gino Felino
5.0 out of 5 stars Such an awesome classic
Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2024
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The Hobbit is one on my favorite books of all time. It sets the stage for Tolkien’s genius to shone through. I read this years ago and still love it. I will read it to my kids as they grow older. Bilbo is a great main character and the dwarves are great supporting characters. This showcases Tolkien’s talent and vision at an early stage.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Very high quality
Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2024
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My son loves how much quality is put into this book- illustrated well, heavy, beautiful cover.
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Karen F.
5.0 out of 5 stars Keepsake!
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2023
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I bought 3 copies of this illustrated version of The Hobbit for my grandchildren. Oh my goodness, the quality of the cover, the illustrations, and the paper are excellent. Obviously, The Hobbit is a classic for all ages, and this book will not disappoint. Is it a bit pricey? Yes, but worth every penny.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Illustrated Version
Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2024
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We purchased this for our 9 year old who is currently into the Harry Potter series and prefers the Illustrated versions. We were looking for another substantial classic to peak her interest. There are several illustrated versions of the Hobbit but this one is my favorite. The book itself has almost a linen texture and the illustrations are stunning. Appreciate that it has a built in book marker ribbon. Feels like something she’ll keep forever (or we will for her!)
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5.0 out of 5 stars My three year old LOVED this book.
Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2024
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My father read this book to me in my childhood before bed. I wanted to do the same for my son. My local library had this book, but we couldn’t keep it for as long as it took to read it aloud to him, so we bought this one. My son loves the pictures on almost every page. He sits in my lap while I read to him and can’t wait to see the pictures on the next page. We talk about who’s in the picture, and he listens quite intently. I’m so glad we have this book and hope I can find one just like it for the Lord of the Rings.
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Tzara
5.0 out of 5 stars I am glad I looked up the best illustrated version!
Reviewed in Canada on February 27, 2024
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I borrowed and read the Hobbit last week and knew I had to read it to my kids. They're 6, 8 and 10. As you can expect, the youngest wasn't too thrilled about it. So I began to look at illustrated versions and was really torn between the different choices. Mostly because there were so few samples of what they looked like. But also because it seemed sacrilege to not have the illustrations by Tolkien himself.

At the end if it all, I looked up which version is the best for kids and was pointed to this one.

After receiving it and seeing it in person, I was still torn about whether to get the author illustrated version. So I went in search for what they actually look like. Obviously they're very interesting, but there are fewer drawings and overall, less colourful. Maybe some day, I'll get the other version for myself.

But for now, this version illustrated by Jemima Catlin, won. There are pictures often enough, colourful enough and descriptive enough, that I believe it will capture and maintain my youngest's attention.

And that was my goal. I am now looking forward to seeing their reaction when I show them the pictures of the story they struggled to follow before.
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Tzara
5.0 out of 5 stars I am glad I looked up the best illustrated version!
Reviewed in Canada on February 27, 2024
I borrowed and read the Hobbit last week and knew I had to read it to my kids. They're 6, 8 and 10. As you can expect, the youngest wasn't too thrilled about it. So I began to look at illustrated versions and was really torn between the different choices. Mostly because there were so few samples of what they looked like. But also because it seemed sacrilege to not have the illustrations by Tolkien himself.

At the end if it all, I looked up which version is the best for kids and was pointed to this one.

After receiving it and seeing it in person, I was still torn about whether to get the author illustrated version. So I went in search for what they actually look like. Obviously they're very interesting, but there are fewer drawings and overall, less colourful. Maybe some day, I'll get the other version for myself.

But for now, this version illustrated by Jemima Catlin, won. There are pictures often enough, colourful enough and descriptive enough, that I believe it will capture and maintain my youngest's attention.

And that was my goal. I am now looking forward to seeing their reaction when I show them the pictures of the story they struggled to follow before.
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JC Mrkdo
5.0 out of 5 stars Muy bonito libro
Reviewed in Mexico on November 29, 2023
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Tanto las ilustraciones como, obviamente, la historia son muy bellos. Lo compré para leérselo a mis hijos y les ha encantado, me piden ellos que se los siga leyendo. También la textura y material de la portada, en el caso del de pasta dura, tiene muy bonitos materiales y acabados.
Muy recomendable para niños de 6-7 años en adelante.
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Marcelo Silva
5.0 out of 5 stars Um livro de arte, pesado e de acabamento luxuoso
Reviewed in Brazil on October 23, 2023
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O livro é tudo que dizem e mais um pouco, mas para ser sincero ele é mais um livro de arte do que um livro de literatura.

A qualidade do papel é tão alta e o acabamento tão bem feito que deixou o livro pesado e bem desconfortável para se ler deitado na cama ou no sofá. E como a maioria dos livros de arte, serve mais para se deixar numa mesa de centro ou para enfeitar a estante. Vou acabar comprando a versão brochura para usar como cópia de leitura.
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Martin Hofbauer
5.0 out of 5 stars Traum Buch
Reviewed in Germany on April 3, 2024
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Geschenk für meine Tochter...sie hat es schon auf deutsch, jetzt wollte sie es auf Englisch...echt super👍
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Thorwife
5.0 out of 5 stars Really lovely copy
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 26, 2024
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Mostly small pictures but really happy with this version. Lovely, cloth cover. Nice quality. Kids have enjoyed reading!
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