The Hobbit
Registered by LastCavalier of Springfield, Virginia USA on 9/17/2009
This Book is Currently in the Wild!
This Book is Currently in the Wild!
1 journaler for this copy...
I picked up this copy from the Friends of Tysons-Pimmitt used book sale in the town of Falls Church, Virginia. Tysons-Pimmitt Regional Library is a branch of the Fairfax County Public Library system. They hold a large sale bi-annually, and I couldn't miss the chance to pick up some favored titles, and the monetary donation will help keep the library continuing to provide valuable services for the community. Please visit their website at www.fcpl.org for more information.
Here is the book description from the publisher:
Bilbo Baggins was a hobbit who wanted to be left alone in quiet comfort. But the wizard Gandalf came along with a band of homeless dwarves. Soon Bilbo was drawn into their quest, facing evil orcs, savage wolves, giant spiders, and worse unknown dangers. Finally, it was Bilbo–alone and unaided–who had to confront the great dragon Smaug, the terror of an entire countryside . . .
Bilbo Baggins was a hobbit who wanted to be left alone in quiet comfort. But the wizard Gandalf came along with a band of homeless dwarves. Soon Bilbo was drawn into their quest, facing evil orcs, savage wolves, giant spiders, and worse unknown dangers. Finally, it was Bilbo–alone and unaided–who had to confront the great dragon Smaug, the terror of an entire countryside . . .
Here are my thoughts on the book:
"The Hobbit" is one extraordinary read of a book. I have to say that this book is up with some of my favorite books (I seem to have a lot, but this really is a top favorite).
What I truly like about the book is that there is almost always something going on. You never find yourself bored with it or wishing that the characters would be more exciting. I could not find a truly dull moment in the book. I love Bilbo's evolution as a character throughout the story. I don't think that I found anything that I didn't like about this book.
If I had to recommend this book to someone, it would be to anyone who enjoys a true adventure. There are times in the book that you get sucked into the adventure and don't want to put the book down. Even if you're a person that usually gets bored with adventure stories, I can promise you that won't with "The Hobbit". It is a must-read for any fantasy/adventure lover.
"The Hobbit" is one extraordinary read of a book. I have to say that this book is up with some of my favorite books (I seem to have a lot, but this really is a top favorite).
What I truly like about the book is that there is almost always something going on. You never find yourself bored with it or wishing that the characters would be more exciting. I could not find a truly dull moment in the book. I love Bilbo's evolution as a character throughout the story. I don't think that I found anything that I didn't like about this book.
If I had to recommend this book to someone, it would be to anyone who enjoys a true adventure. There are times in the book that you get sucked into the adventure and don't want to put the book down. Even if you're a person that usually gets bored with adventure stories, I can promise you that won't with "The Hobbit". It is a must-read for any fantasy/adventure lover.
Journal Entry 4 by LastCavalier at National Zoo in Washington, District of Columbia USA on Friday, September 18, 2009
Released 14 yrs ago (9/19/2009 UTC) at National Zoo in Washington, District of Columbia USA
WILD RELEASE NOTES:
WILD RELEASE NOTES:
This book is being released somewhere inside the National Zoo. BCinDC, the BookCrossers of the Greater Washington area, chose to spend an enjoyable day wandering around at the Zoo, enjoying the animals, the people, and of course, leaving books for others to find!
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This book is being released somewhere inside the National Zoo. BCinDC, the BookCrossers of the Greater Washington area, chose to spend an enjoyable day wandering around at the Zoo, enjoying the animals, the people, and of course, leaving books for others to find!
____________________________________________
Thank you so much for picking up this book. Please make a journal entry here on this page if you haven’t already done so to let me know that this book has found a good home. You may choose to remain anonymous or to join (it is entirely free). If you choose to join, I would love if you could indicate nat4lee referred you.
I really hope you enjoy the book you found! When you’re done reading it, you can make another journal entry with your comments here to let me know what you thought of it. You can keep the book forever and ever or pass it on to someone else. If you’re giving it to someone directly, make another journal entry saying so. If you choose to leave it somewhere “in the wild” for anyone to catch, make release notes that indicate where you left it. If you register, you will be alerted by e-mail each time someone makes another journal entry. It’s all confidential (you’re known only by your screen name and no one is ever given your e-mail address), free, and spam-free. Then you can track this book as it goes on its journey!
