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Student Essay on Coming of Age Theme in "The Hobbit"

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J. R. R. Tolkien
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Coming of Age Theme in "The Hobbit"

Summary:   Dicusses the elements of literature and how they contibute to creating the character of Bilbo in "The Hobbit."


The Hobbit is the story of "our dear Bilbo Baggins." Bilbo Baggins is a poor little fellow who fits the stereotype of a complacent person. When we first meet Bilbo he is a shy little hobbit who cares nothing for the outside world. However, when the dwarves come and hire him as a burglar, his life changes dramatically, we see him mature and grow. The Hobbit is a piece of literature with a coming of age theme.

The setting is a very important part of The Hobbit. Tolkien establishes the setting in which the place where our hero lives is peace and quiet. But everything outside of that has dangers which our hero encounters. Dangers that are formed by fantastic creatures. All of these creatures give a feel of even more danger to the outside or his.....

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