Should The Hobbit be read first?
Table of Contents
- 1 Should The Hobbit be read first?
- 2 Can I skip reading The Hobbit?
- 3 What do I need to know before reading The Hobbit?
- 4 What is a good age to read The Hobbit?
- 5 Should I read Lord of the Rings or watch the movie?
- 6 When should you read Lord of the Rings?
- 7 What grade should I read The Hobbit?
- 8 Do I need to read The Hobbit first?
- 9 What is the preface of a book?
- 10 Should a young reader start with The Lord of the Rings?
Should The Hobbit be read first?
Yes do read The Hobbit first. Just because it was released first and introduces Gandalf and Bilbo and just because it’s a easy way to get into Tolkien and how he writes and all. Reading “The Hobbit” is not crucial to understanding “The Lord of the Rings”, but it would give you an understanding of Middle Earth.
Can I skip reading The Hobbit?
You can skip The Hobbit or read it after LotR, but many things in LotR will make more sense if you read The Hobbit first. Once you’ve finished The Hobbit, read The Lord of the Rings. Do read the Prologue, especially if you haven’t read The Hobbit.
Should I read the prologue of The Lord of the Rings?
You’ll want to read the prologue once you’re done Circumstances landed Concerning Hobbits into the prologue’s space, but it probably belongs to the Appendixes as all the rest of the additional material. I know that you don’t care about Hobbits when you first enter the story, but I’m sure you will by the end of it.
What do I need to know before reading The Hobbit?
It helps to be prepared before you start reading, so here are the three things you need to know about Tolkien’s style:
- Tolkien Takes His Time. Everybody knows about Tolkien’s description-heavy writing style.
- Many Characters, More Names.
- Unusual Narrative Choices.
What is a good age to read The Hobbit?
Parents need to know that, of J.R.R. Tolkien’s many excellent books, The Hobbit is the better choice for tweens. It makes a great read-aloud for kids 8 and up and read-alone for 10 or 11 and up. Kids younger than 8 will probably have a tough time with both the vocabulary and some of the violence.
What is the first book I should read?
The Alchemist is a simple read with hidden meanings. The reason it finds itself on this list is because even with its simple narration, it is a novel you’ll be able to truly understand once you’re of a certain age.
Should I read Lord of the Rings or watch the movie?
Short answer: both, but only read it or watch it once. Longer answer: everyone should read the books and see the movies once in their lives, at least. The story is fantastic, and the movies are pure magic.
When should you read Lord of the Rings?
From personal experiences, I can say that a child can be ready to begin reading the Lord of the Ring’s trilogy or the Hobbit as early as ten years old. Tolkien was a masterful author, but his lengthy stories can grow tiresome for children.
Should I read Lord of the Rings if I’ve seen the movies?
Originally Answered: Is the lord of the rings worth reading even if you have watched the movies a few times? Absolutely. The LOTR book trilogy, the Hobbit and the Simarillion are rich in many details not included in the films. Plus, the films do not follow the books to the letter either.
What grade should I read The Hobbit?
The Hobbit
| Interest Level | Reading Level | Word Count |
|---|---|---|
| Grades 9 – 12 | Grades 5 – 12 | 95022 |
Do I need to read The Hobbit first?
In my opinion, it really does not do to read the Hobbit first, unless you actually are a youngish child, around 7 or 8. Tolkien did not intend us to read the Hobbit first; unlike the films, in which Peter Jackson rather unsuccessfully attempts to match the two styles, the Hobbit is very definitely written for children of a young age.
Why is The Hobbit so popular with children?
The Hobbit by John Ronald Reuel Tolkien is a children’s book written in 1932. The book popularized adventure stories and brought children’s books out of the expectations of being small, boring, quick-read books.
What is the preface of a book?
Preface is simultaneously the first and the last part of the book, as it precedes the narration itself and serves as the explanation of the author’s point of view and the answer to the comments. It’s a pity but the readers don’t bother themselves and read the preface carefully.
Should a young reader start with The Lord of the Rings?
On the other hand, a young reader should definitely begin with the Hobbit because that was intended for a young audience and reads as such. Don’t let the “fantasy” tag fool you, the Lord of the Rings is an adult book, with grown-up themes, and will be beyond all but t…