Product Description

A tale of high adventure undertaken by a company of dwarves in search of dragon-guarded gold. A reluctant partner in this perilous quest is Bilbo Baggins, a comfort-loving, unambitious hobbit.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #9765 in Books
• Published on: 2002-10-07
• Released on: 2002-10-07
• Format: Audiobook
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 5
• Binding: Audio CD

Customer Reviews

Very enjoyable story telling!
As an avid fan of the Hobbit, I jumped at the chance to own a copy of the audio CD once I had finished the book. I found it very appealing, a perfect way to unwind after a long day.
Younger listeners may be put off because it is a fairly old production, recorded in the 1960's. I can assure you it is as fine a telling of the story as any modern version.
My one complaint is that some the voices for the characters, especially the Eagles and Wargs, are a little over the top. This distracted from the story a little as it was hard to take them seriously when they sound like they have all had a good dose of helium!
Other that this one minor flaw it is, in my opinion, a very good buy.

Excellent, easy listening
First off, I have to admit I found the studio production of this CD a little dated - but then, you have to consider when it was recorded.

But get past the rather naff production and you have a genuinely entertaining and enjoyable delivery. The compilation faces 2 challenges - it's never going to live up to your imagination when you read the book and it can't match the visual impact of the recent Lord of the Rings films. No matter how you slice it, you are at first going to be a little disappointed *BUT* stick with it - it grows on you.

The narrative is skillfully delivered, the script a well thought out adaptation and finally, there are going to be those occassions when you just want to listen to a great story.

I would recommend this, but not for those people who want the immediate impact of the film, or who have the time and inclination to read the book

Imagination made believable
I have this on cassette tape, but have now purchased the CD version for convenience.

The BBC production stimulates the imagination much more than the telly can ever do. Just close your mind and engross yourself in a believable world of Hobbits, Dragons, magic rings and treasure. Gollum is an excellent character who adds a little humour to the Hobbitses Grand Adventure.