themes in the hobbit...help!! - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

InklingElf · 02-02-2003, 01:34 AM

Alright, 2 more cents:

Major Themes

The Hobbit is notable in that it possesses three main themes that
parallel each other. The most easily observed theme is the age-old
battle between good and evil. This theme is highlighted in the
episodes where Gandalf, the dwarves, and Bilbo fight against the
trolls, goblins, and other enemies. The conflict comes to a finale
with the Battle of Five Armies, where good wins and evil is
defeated.

A secondary theme is that of the effects of greed and the corrupting
power of wealth. This is seen in the reactions of various characters
in the book to treasure, especially the dwarves, whose gold-lust
almost destroys them.

A final theme is that of the quest. This theme has two strands. The
first is the rather straightforward, though still problematic, quest of
the dwarves to regain their stolen treasure. The second is the quest
of Bilbo Baggins to discover himself and grow into a heroic figure.
His journey of self-discovery and growth makes The Hobbit far
more than a mere adventure story.

But agree more on my first post.

Ithildin I hope this helps you on your book review [img]smilies/biggrin.gif[/img]

02-02-2003, 01:34 AM	#13
InklingElf Shade of Carn Dûm Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 402	Alright, 2 more cents: Major Themes The Hobbit is notable in that it possesses three main themes that parallel each other. The most easily observed theme is the age-old battle between good and evil. This theme is highlighted in the episodes where Gandalf, the dwarves, and Bilbo fight against the trolls, goblins, and other enemies. The conflict comes to a finale with the Battle of Five Armies, where good wins and evil is defeated. A secondary theme is that of the effects of greed and the corrupting power of wealth. This is seen in the reactions of various characters in the book to treasure, especially the dwarves, whose gold-lust almost destroys them. A final theme is that of the quest. This theme has two strands. The first is the rather straightforward, though still problematic, quest of the dwarves to regain their stolen treasure. The second is the quest of Bilbo Baggins to discover himself and grow into a heroic figure. His journey of self-discovery and growth makes The Hobbit far more than a mere adventure story. But agree more on my first post. Ithildin I hope this helps you on your book review [img]smilies/biggrin.gif[/img]