A great modern classic and the prelude to the lord of the rings, the hobbit was written for j. This page is dedicated to my ongoing fanedit project for the hobbit trilogy, titled j. Tolkiens work is probably best remembered today by the swordandsandal epic scale of the lord of the rings films, but it started in the quiet, fictionalized english countryside of the. Direct download links available for the main fan edit and durins folk. Rob inglis expertly bridges the gap between the whimsical, childlike aspects of tolkien s fantasy classic and the hints of darker things to come later in the lord of the rings. Tolkien published the hobbit, or there and back again. I wont bore you with a specific cutlist hereif you want to read that you can visit my webpage for the details.
This is the main database collection for fan edits online. As such, it seems somehow fitting that this book works. Tolkien audiobook catalogue just added to itunes 28. Not a nasty, dirty, wet hole, filled with the ends of worms and an oozy smell, nor yet a dry, bare, sandy hole with nothing in it to. Inspired by the hobbit and begun in 1937, the lord of the rings is a trilogy that tolkien created to provide the necessary. The hobbit was so successful in 1937 that tolkien was asked to write a sequel and so was born the lord of the rings. The fellowship of the ring audiobook listen instantly. Tolkien, rob inglisa audiobook audio cd january 1, 2001 by authorauthor 4. John ronald reuel tolkien, cbe was an english writer, poet, wwi veteran a first lieutenant in the lancashire fusiliers, british army, philologist, and university professor, best known as the author of. Rob inglis reads the hobbit i have a slight prejudice against audio books because, like movies, they can be used as a replacement to the book. Listen to the two towers lord of the rings, book 2 by j. In this first installment of tolkiens lord of the rings trilogy, ingliss skilled narration manages to retain the oldfashioned, fairy tale quality of the. See more ideas about tolkien, the hobbit and fantasy authors. Robert inglis born in 1933 is an actor, writer, journalist, critic and producer who has primarily worked in australia and england.
Tolkien 18921973 was an english writer, poet, philologist, and university professor who is best known as the author of the classic highfantasy books the hobbit and the lord. Narrator rob inglis will hold you and your children spellbound with his skillful portrayal of hobbits, dwarves, wizards, frightful creatures, enchanted beasts, epic battlesand a magical ring. If you enjoyed this version of the hobbit, please follow the link. Tolkien the hobbit, or there and back again is a fantasy novel by english author j. Tolkien 18921973 was an english writer, poet, philologist, and university professor who is best known as the author of the classic highfantasy books the hobbit and the lord of the rings series the fellowship of the ring, the two towers, and the return of the king. Inspired by the hobbit, and begun in 1937, the lord of the rings is the saga of the great war of the rings. Listen to unlimited audiobooks on the web, ipad, iphone and android. Tolkien was rawlinson and bosworth professor of anglosaxon at oxford from. Jrr tolkiens the hobbit a fanedit by dustin lee home. Tolkien is now more famous than ever for being the man behind the classic lord of the rings trilogy of books. The hobbit middleearth universe the timeless classic presented in the standard hardcover edition using the authors original jacket design. He is the narrator of the unabridged audiobook editions of j. Tolkien reads from the riddles in the dark segment of the hobbit. As he crafted the alphabets, languages, and landscapes of middleearth, tolkien created one of.
It is due to this series and other masterpieces like the hobbit and the silmarillion that tolkien is now hailed as the undisputed godfather of highfantasy literature. Nothing beats an old british guy reading literature. Neither is olsens book, which will be as useful to adult readers as it. The hobbit is the prequel to the lord of the rings series written by j.
It is in some ways unavoidable given the convenience of the audio. Sep 20, 2012 when tolkien visited a friend in august of 1952 to retrieve a manuscript of the lord of the rings, he was shown a tape recorder. Tolkiens source material, the icelandic and germanic sagas and myths, would probably have been told orally, possibly near a fire in a large mead hall. The fellowship of the ring the fellowship of the ring audiobook, by j. The hobbit is the unforgettable story of bilbo baggins and acts as a prequel to the mythical lord of the rings fantasy series. I did listen to an audiobook narrated by rob inglis, which was not to my.
When tolkien visited a friend in august of 1952 to retrieve a manuscript of the lord of the rings, he was shown a tape recorder. This novel details the adventure of bilbo baggins as he assists a group of dwarves on a quest to reclaim. The packaging has been changed to match the 50th anniversary livery of the books. Tolkien estate limited expressly reserve all their rights in the content of the site. Bilbo baggins agrees to help his wizard friend gandalf aid a group of dwarves seeking their lost treasure. Tolkiens imaginative prowess, this a beautiful, otherworldly. Tolkien,rob inglis for free with a 30 day free trial. Having never seen one before, he asked how it worked and was then. The hobbit is a far easier read than lotr and a child can make short work of it, but it is by no means exclusively a childrens book. Even if you have read the book over and over as i have many times it is still good to recount bilbo s journey. Direct download links available for the main fan edit and durin s folk. Tolkien, rob inglis from amazon s fiction books store. These, together with the hobbit and the lord of the rings, form a connected body of tales, poems, fictional histories, invented languages, and literary essays about an imagined. We find how the book was composed, and what was changed between releases.
The hobbit middleearth universe the timeless classic presented in the standard hardcover edition using the author s original jacket design. Having never seen one before, he asked how it worked and was. Though content to enjoy his cozy life, cheerful hobbit mr. Tolkiens the hobbit is officially listed on the internet fan edit database. The hobbit tells a fantastic story of adventure, danger, friendship, and courage, and serves as a prequel to the even more immersive and epic book series, the lord of the rings. Bilbo baggins is a hobbit who enjoys a comfortable, unambitious life, rarely traveling any farther than his pantry or cellar. The hobbit audiobook free online read by rob inglis. This completely unabridged version of lord of the rings is brought wonderfully to life through this stunning performance by rob inglis. The lord of the rings and the hobbit collectors edition. Rob inglis narration has been praised as a masterpiece. The story of bilbo baggins, a hobbit who likes to stay home and live a quiet life. In this first installment of tolkien s lord of the rings trilogy, inglis s skilled narration manages to retain the oldfashioned, fairy tale quality of the original text but is also well in tune with the story s darker aspects. Tolkien s the hobbit is officially listed on the internet fan edit database. It was published on 21 september 1937 to wide critical acclaim, being nominated for the carnegie medal and awarded a prize from the new york herald tribune for best juvenile fiction.
It was published on 21 september 1937 to wide critical. Tolkien, read by rob inglis for all of those who are new to tolkiens world the hobbit is the most obvious choice to make for beginning on this adventure. Tolkiens the hobbit has been created using only the highestquality media available full hd bluray and 5. Tolkien, various forms of tolkiens signature and monogram, and the titles of tolkiens works are registered trade marks of the j. First ever box set of the hobbit and the lord of the rings trilogy together, unabridged on 56 cds.
Rob inglis expertly bridges the gap between the whimsical, childlike aspects of tolkiens fantasy classic and the hints of darker things to come later in the lord of the rings. Tolkien s imaginative prowess, this a beautiful, otherworldly tale that cements the author s status as one of the premier storytellers of the twentieth century. It is the ancient drama to which the characters in the lord of the rings look back, and in whose events some of them such as elrond and galadriel took part. Tolkien, read by rob inglis by harpercollins publishers published on 20120906t17. Originally written for his children, it came to the attention of a publisher and was an instant hit with young and old. This completely unabridged version of lord of the rings is brought. Tolkiens own children, and met with instant critical acclaim when first published in the. It is in some ways unavoidable given the convenience of the audio book, both because it frees you up to do other things as well as allowing shallow listening. Sep 8, 2016 a board dedicated to one of our favorite fantasy authors of all time. Tolkiens the hobbit prequel to the lord of the rings trilogy as read by rob inglis. Though, i guess this is almost always exactly the same in all of tolkiens work.
Tolkien, rob inglis from amazons fiction books store. Tolkien author of the hobbit, or there and back again. Tolkien, read by rob inglis for all of those who are new to tolkien s world the hobbit is the most obvious choice to make for beginning on this adventure. R tolkien that takes place in the fictional world of middle earth, which is the setting of most of the authors works. Like many others, i wanted to see a version of the hobbit that was closer to the spirit of tolkiens. In this splendid, unabridged audio production of tolkien s great work, all the inhabitants of a magical universehobbits, elves, and wizardsstep colorfully forth from the pages. At the centre is the unsuspecting hero bilbo baggins, a homeloving, unambit.
Tolkien s own description for the original edition. Tolkiens the hobbit moves step by step through the text, explaining references, pointing out themes and clearly and carefully showing how tolkiens bookalthough one of the most beloved childrens book of the past centuryisnt just for kids. Definitely the best reading of the hobbit ive heard, and i think the only one on tpb right now. John ronald reuel tolkien, john ronald reuel tolkien, cbe 3 january 1892 2 september 1973, was an english writer, poet, philologist, and university professor, best known as the. The outlines are printed obviously, and with great notes on what they are. It was an instant success as a childrens book but has captured the hearts of generations ever since. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the hobbit.
John ronald reuel tolkien, cbe was an english writer, poet, wwi veteran a first lieutenant in the lancashire fusiliers, british army, philologist, and university professor, best known as the author of the high fantasy classic works the hobbit and the lord of the rings. As such, it seems somehow fitting that this book works so well when told aloud. Listen to the two towers lord of the rings, book 2. The hobbit and lord of the rings complete gift set.
Tolkiens famous saga, the prelude to the lord of the rings, has all the ingredients of fantasy and adventure. Everyday low prices on a huge range of new releases and classic fiction. Tolkiens books for as long as i can remember, though i must admit i dont recall exactly how old i was when i first read the hobbit. The silmarillion is an account of the elder days, of the first age of tolkiens world. Not a nasty, dirty, wet hole, filled with the ends of worms and an oozy smell, nor yet a dry, bare, sandy hole. Tolkien s famous saga, the prelude to the lord of the rings, has all the ingredients of fantasy and adventure. This completely unabridged version of lord of the rings is brought vividly to life through an assured performance by rob inglis. Not a nasty, dirty, wet hole, filled with the ends of worms and an oozy smell, nor yet a dry, bare, sandy hole with nothing in it to sit down on or to eat. Tolkien s own children, and met with instant critical acclaim when first published in the 1930s. But getting rid of the ring turns out to be no easy task. And afterward the comments valuable, connecting with, and exceptionally well done. Narrator rob inglis will hold listeners of all ages spellbound with his skillful portrayal of hobbits, dwarves, and enchanted beasts. It is due to this series and other masterpieces like the hobbit and the silmarillion.
Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while. If you care for journeys there and back, out of the comfortable western world, over the edge of the wild, and home again, and can take an. The man does a phenomenal job, giving each character a different voice and singing singing every song. After more than two years of work, i am very excited to have completed the final version of j. See all 28 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. After his death, tolkiens son christopher published a series of works based on his fathers extensive notes and unpublished manuscripts, including the silmarillion. From these academic aspirations was born one of the most popular and imaginative works in english literature.
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