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“This of course is the way to talk to dragons, if you don't want to reveal your proper name which is wise, and don't want to infuriate them by a flat refusal which is also very wise. No dragon can resist the fascination of riddling talk and of wasting time to trying to understand it.”

Quote by J. R. R. Tolkien

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The Hobbit

J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Hobbit' is a fantasy novel that introduces readers to Middle-earth, the world that would later become the setting for 'The Lord of the Rings' series. The story follows Bilbo Baggins, a hobbit who is inadvertently drawn into a quest to reclaim the Dwarves' treasure from the dragon Smaug. Along the way, Bilbo encounters various magical creatures and faces numerous challenges, all while discovering his own courage and unexpected heroism. more

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J. R. R. Tolkien
J. R. R. Tolkien

J.R.R. Tolkien was an English writer, best known for his fantasy literature, most notably The Lord of the Rings trilogy and The Hobbit. His works have had a profound impact on modern fantasy literature. more

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