The Hobbit Summary of Key Points
The Hobbit is a fantasy novel by J.R.R. Tolkien. It follows the quest of home-loving hobbit Bilbo Baggins to win a share of the treasure guarded by Smaug the dragon. Bilbo’s journey takes him from light-hearted, rural surroundings into more sinister territory. He encounters various magical creatures along the way, including dwarves, elves, and the creature Gollum.