<p>&#34;In a hole in the ground there lived a hobbit.&#34;</p><p>Tolkien’s simple opening line to his book <em>The Hobbit</em> wasn’t merely the first sentence to a children’s story of adventure, bravery, and dragons: this sentence is the first step in our own adventure of wandering Middle-earth. That unassuming yet provocative line opens us to a much wider world, to the epic struggle of good vs evil, of light overcoming the Shadow.</p><p>Today we’ll examine the origins of Tolkien’s first published work of fiction, <em>The Hobbit.</em></p><p></p><h2>Share this episode using this link:</h2><p><a href="http://ringspodcast.com/222" rel="nofollow">ringspodcast.com/22</a><a href="http://ringspodcast.com/222" rel="nofollow">2</a></p><h2>Who are you?</h2><p>Please tell me a little about you: <a href="https://ringspodcast.com/survey" rel="nofollow">ringspodcast.com/survey</a></p><h2>Wander Farther: A Free Reading Guide</h2><p>Download my <strong>FREE</strong> guide for reading <strong>Tolkien&#39;s Silmarillion</strong>: <a href="https://ringspodcast.kit.com/a982347493" rel="nofollow">https://ringspodcast.kit.com/a982347493</a></p><h2>Deals for you, my fellow wanderer</h2><p><strong>Exclusive discount for Lore of the Rings Listeners:</strong> 25% off your entire order at Manly Bands. Details at <a href="https://www.ringspodcast.com/p/rings/" rel="nofollow">https://www.ringspodcast.com/p/rings/</a></p><h2>Want to sponsor the Lore of the Rings?</h2><ul><li><a href="https://ringspodcast.com/sponsor-rates" rel="nofollow">Sponsor rates, details, and inquires here</a></li><li><a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/lotrpodcast" rel="nofollow">Support Lore of the Rings with a donation</a></li></ul><p></p><h2>About the Lore of the Rings Podcast</h2><p>Contact the show, donate, and find past episodes: <a href="http://ringspodcast.com/" rel="nofollow">ringspodcast.com</a></p><p>Embark on an immersive journey through the captivating realms of J.R.R. Tolkien&#39;s Middle-earth, where the epic sagas of the Lord of the Rings, the Hobbit, the Silmarillion, and Unfinished Tales, and more come to life. Join us as we delve into the rich tapestry of Tolkien&#39;s masterful storytelling, drawing intriguing comparisons between his literary works and the cinematic adaptations crafted by Peter Jackson. Be at the forefront of the latest developments as we explore the highly anticipated Rings of Power series from Amazon. Prepare to be enthralled as we uncover hidden connections, untold tales, and delve into the depths of Middle-earth lore. Tune in now and become part of our fellowship on this extraordinary journey!</p><p><em>This podcast is not affiliated with the Tolkien Estate.</em></p><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/ringspodcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/ringspodcast/donations</a><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

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