This enchanting audiobook tells the story of Bilbo Baggins, a hobbit who is carried off on an amazing adventure by Gandalf the wizard and thirteen dwarves. They are seeking to reclaim treasure stolen by the dragon Smaug. Along their journey they must face trolls, goblins, spiders, and other dangers while avoiding Bard’s arrows and Smaug’s flames.
For who is this book for ?
The Hobbit is a children’s audiobook that tells the story of Bilbo Baggins, who is taken on an amazing adventure by Gandalf the wizard and thirteen dwarves. They are seeking to reclaim treasure stolen by the dragon Smaug. Along their journey they must face trolls, goblins, spiders, and other dangers while avoiding Bard’s arrows and Smaug’s flames.
Pros :
- The Hobbit is a great audiobook for children because it teaches them about friendship, courage, and determination.
- The narrator’s voice is warm and soothing, making it easy to listen to for long periods of time.
- It is a well-written story that will keep kids entertained from beginning to end.
Cons :
- It may be too difficult for younger children.
- Some parts may be scary for young listeners.
- It is a long book, and may take some time to finish listening to it.
Learn more about the author
J. R.R Tolkien was born on January 3, 1892 in Bloemfontein, South Africa. He served as an officer in the British Army during World War I and then became a professor of Anglo-Saxon at Oxford University. He is best known for writing The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, both fantasies that take place in his invented world of Middle-earth.
Reader Reviews
“The Hobbit is one of my all-time favorite books, and I was really excited to see it as an audiobook. The reader, Rob Inglis, does a fantastic job with the voices and makes the story come alive. He captured every character’s personality perfectly and brought the story to life in a way that I never would have imagined possible. If you are a fan of Tolkien’s work or just enjoy good old-fashioned adventure stories, this audiobook is definitely for you.”
“The Hobbit is one of my favorite books! I was so excited to find it as an audiobook. The reader has a great voice and does a fantastic job bringing the characters to life. This is a must-listen for any Tolkien fan.”
“The Hobbit is one of my favorite books. I love how Bilbo starts out as this small, insignificant hobbit and then becomes a hero through his own strength and courage.”
“One of the best books I have read in a while.”