In The Hobbit written by J. R. R. Tolkien, who allows the outside world to embark on a wild adventure with many characters such as Bilbo and Gollum; and now that brings us to our question. Is everyone really one of a kind? This is a question to be contemplated when comparing and contrasting the two characters; Mr.Bilbo Baggins and Gollum. Even though these two individuals are two completely different species in the circle of life, could these two ever be the same in some way. This question is to be answered when the discussion is geared towards how the two characters have no family, but yet they still both have some somewhat decent social skills for not having any family around to practice with. The question previously mentioned shall be answered …show more content…
Bilbo, on the other hand, did have a small family at one point, (the book never explains if his family (which consisted of only his parents) died, or moved away), but then Bilbo also had many neighbors and outsiders to interact with. Which is very much unlike Gollum. Now that there is the understanding of the two character’s pasts’, it is now possible to look at their social habits with very much understandable. If one were to look at Gollum’s social skills they would be quite impressed considering he literally interacts with nobody. When Bilbo appears in the caves where he finds Gollum, Gollum somehow understands the basic customs of people all around. Including the general life rules for when there is a game being played to earn something like a pile of bricks or whatever the person is gambling for. Bilbo, for example, was playing a riddle game with Gollum to try to save his own life. When Bilbo suggested these games of chance to Gollum, Gollum automatically understood what the rules were, he didn’t need an explanation. Now, this fact is important because one may start to wonder, ‘ If Gollum is living by himself, then how does he already know the rules’? Bilbo is found to have great social skills which are to be expected from him since he has always had other people around. Whether it be his parents or his neighbors, Bilbo is always ready with the perfect response for any scenario. Now this is a curious fact for Bilbo because …show more content…
Even with Gandalf, when he was upset towards Gandalf over the thought of going on an adventure; Bilbo is still very kind and offers him an invitation to come to his house for tea and cakes. Overall, even though both of these characters live their lives in an introverted way, ( with Bilbo secretly does so and Gollum is open about it) these two are very much the same when it comes to knowing how to act around others. It is especially surprising with Gollum though considering the fact that even though he does not have any interactions at all, he is still able to form coherent sentences that everyone can
Bilbo Baggins lived a very simple life, a life he enjoyed very much, until the day when the wizard Gandalf arrived at his door one morning. Gandalf was searching for someone to share an adventure with, but Bilbo quickly declined, saying, “We don’t want any adventures here. You might try over The Hill or across The Water,” and with that the hobbit dismissed the wandering wizard, but not before he had given the wizard an invitation for tea the next day. This of coarse, was the polite thing to do. But Gandalf saw something more in Bilbo and would not be discouraged.
Although Bilbo’s character has changed and become more Tookish in many ways, he remains “only quite a little fellow in a wide world after all” (Tolkien 363). Bilbo is happy to visit the elves and have tea with Gandalf, but he is also just as happy to relax in his hobbit-hole and enjoy the comforts of home that he longed for so much on his journey.
J.R.R. Tolkien’s book The Hobbit, has sold over 100 million copies and is translated into about 50 different languages, in about 17 years. Another popular book that was written by C.S. Lewis, The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, has also sold over 100 million copies and has been translated into around 47 languages, since it was published in the 1950’s. These two amazing authors have written many other popular books, but the connection between The Hobbit and The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe is rare. The two novels were loved by so many people that they were made into movies and are part of a sequel. The discoveries that can be made about the two authors, novels, and the connections between the books are extraordinary.
In the beginning both characters seem very much alike in the way that they are portrayed. Babbitt is shown as a well to do middle aged man enjoying an afternoon nap. He is also shown to be extremely average. Bilbo too is shown enjoying a pleasant afternoon in a very average way. Both personalities are basically the same: neither will take major risks and both would rather stay at home rather than go off on some kind of “adventure';. Both are what are considered prominent, wealthy, normal, conforming members of their communities. However, both Babbitt and Bilbo show inner turmoil with their need to be “free';.
Hobbits, and more specifically bilbo's family are not known for being adventurers. They usually just stay in their homes, farm, and do other things that reside in their town but Bilbo does not. “The Bagginses had lived in the neighbourhood of The Hill for time out of mind, and people considered them very respectable, not only because most of them were rich, but also because they never had any adventures or did anything unexpected.”(21) He wants to prove himself that he is courageous and brave better than the average Hobbit. Few Hobbits have ever gone on to an adventure so with a little push from Gandalf and the dwarves he sets off nervous but
Bilbo Baggins changes a lot in the novel The Hobbit. In the beginning he is a small peaceful Hobbit who lives in Hobbiton. He loves to keep things in order, and hates things that are disorganized. “Please be careful,” and “Please don’t trouble. I can manage” (Tolkein, 12). Then one day a wizard by the name of Gandalf comes and gives Bilbo the opportunity to go on an adventure. Bilbo turns his offer down, but the next day thirteen dwarves come to his house. They have meals together and they sleep at Bilbo’s house. Gandalf then convinces him to go on an adventure with them. Bilbo is many things, in the very begging he is flat, static, main, and he is the protagonist. By the end of the story he is round, dynamic, main, and he is still the protagonist. By the end of the story, Bilbo is a changed Hobbit.
At the beginning of The Hobbit, Bilbo was sensible and when it came to his actions he was cautious, as well as being wise in thought. “We are plain quiet folk, and I have no use for adventures” (4). This was Bilbo's response when Gandalf mentioned going on the adventure with him. The idea of going outside of the Shire scared him. Gandalf basically
Hobbits do not typically like to be adventurous, and Bilbo is no different. He likes being safe, warm, and supplied with handkerchiefs at all times.
Bilbo cleverly eluded Smaug’s temptation, spared the life of foul creature Gollum, and demonstrate courage more and more throughout his journey. These exquisite traits made Bilbo into the revered character that was loved and respected for generations of readers. Throughout the book, Bilbo’s character had changed. At first, he was the ordinary hobbit who described adventures as “Nasty disturbing uncomfortable things” (4) but by the end of his journeys stated to Thorin, “I am glad that I have shared in your perils” (290). Bilbo’s ability to fight evil, make new friends, and to look beyond his maps and books enable him to become a hero. As Gandalf once said at the very beginning, “There is a lot more in him than you guess, and a deal more than he has any idea of himself” (19). Gandalf was right. What appeared to be an uneasy hobbit who fainted at the thought of adventures, turned out to be a brave leader, a compassionate friend, and an inspiring
Bilbo begins his long journey with the dwarves, who at the time were still skeptical of Bilbo’s abilities. The dwarves didn’t see why they needed such a small incompetent hobbit with them along their journey. Gandalf tells them to stop complaining and to trust that there is more to Bilbo than meets the eye (Tolkien 6). Bilbo soon shows his courage and heroism for the first time in the story when they run into their first obstacle, three large trolls huddled around a campfire. Bilbo, who was once a shy, non-adventurous type, begins to develop into a hero as he tries to steal one of the trolls’ money purses. This is a dramatic scene in the novel because it was Bilbo’s very first act outside his comfort zone. It was this...
Experiences of peer-pressure are inevitable no matter the place. Everyone is aware of the idea of “do not give in” and “be yourself”, yet many are still unable to stand firm in their own beliefs. Understanding the appropriate motives behind resisting social conformity, which is done solely for a false sense of security, will prove the struggle to be worthwhile. Self-acceptance contributes to one’s ability to succeed over peer-pressure. The two bloods of Bilbo’s ancestry clash against each other constantly. Never did he, however, repress either side for the other, and learns to resolve the conflict within himself. The Took part of him that thirsts for adventure blossomed as the trip furthered along, but he never neglected the love of comfort from his Baggins side. In the journ...
At the beginning of the novel, Mr. Baggins starts out at his comfy little hobbit home, but suddenly a grand, wise wizard shows up. Not long after, 12 dwarves began to appear, one by one at Bilbo’s door, and they have come to carry him off on a life-changing adventure, full of greed. That was the beginning of our hairy hobbit’s transformation from a shy, quiet hobbit, to a strong and bold life-saving hero, who enchants any who come in contact with him. For example of his strength and boldness, would be in chapter 5, when Bilbo rhymes riddles for an unknown creature, who calls itself Gollum. Bilbo would’ve been eaten if he were to have lost, but took his chances, and risked it anyway. After all, it did get him out of that goblin-infested cave.
Bilbo doesn’t realize it at first, with the help of Gandalf he sees he has changed. He has become brave and fearless. He has also learned the value of friendship and kindness through his new friends and their journey together which has now forever
The Hobbit is about a young Hobbit named, Bilbo Baggins, who goes on a journey to help retrieve the stolen gold of the dwarves. Bilbo is not the adventurous type and initially does not want to be a part of the journey. Eventually Bilbo agrees to go on the journey. His decision to go on the journey benefited him in the long run. Over the course of the journey the group ran into several encounters that could have been fatal if it was not for them sticking together as friends. Throughout the journey the group became closer and this allowed Bilbo to develop into a stronger character.
He remains good hearted throughout the story. At the beginning of the novel Bilbo is neither an adventurous nor brave hobbit. He prefers to stay in his hobbit hole and keep to himself, he is scared of the outside world. When Gandalf comes and says “he is looking for someone to share in an adventure that I am arranging, and it 's very difficult to find anyone.” he immediately shoots the offer down saying “I should think so — in these parts! We are plain quiet folk and have no use for adventures. Nasty disturbing uncomfortable things!”(9). Gandalf though saw Bilbo and knew that there was something special inside of him. So, he pushed him out the door where Bilbo would be able to grow. Although Bilbo refuses at first he builds up the courage. Thorin Oakenshield saw Bilbo as small and worthless. Bilbo, at the time, agreed with him. Eventually Bilbo saved his life and Thorin became family to him. Throughout Bilbo 's adventure he goes from being unheroic to courageous and heroic. One example is when he fight off the Great Spider to save the dwarves with the sword he names sting and says that he feels more confident and fierce, from there on he progresses to become stronger and at the end Gandalf says to Bilbo,"Something is the matter with you! You are not the hobbit that you were."(203). From that you can tell that Gandalf has seen the changes, most of the changes come from the ways he saves