Bilbo: A True Hero

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The story has some really great characters and is also written in a very interesting manner. “Also, went on Gandalf, “I forgot to mention that with the map went a key, a small and curious key. Here it is!” Keep it safe!” (Tolkien: Chapter 9-10).These words make us understand that Gandalf had great confidence in Bilbo as he gives him significant responsibility during the entire war that these dwarves have with the goblins. Gandalf is also the main character that brings in Bilbo as the hero by introducing him to the dwarves. “Don’t” be a fool, Bilbo Baggins!” he said to himself, “thinking of dragons and all that outlandish nonsense at your age!” (Tolkien 27).This shows that Bilbo was initially a bit confused whether he should go for the war or

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