Tolkien's Hobbit is a fantasy novel written by J.R.R. Tolkien and published in 1937. The main character of the novel is BILBO Baggins, a hobbit who embarks on a quest to reclaim a treasure stolen by a dragon. BILBO's journey takes him through Middle-earth, where he meets a variety of characters, including dwarves, elves, and wizards. Along the way, he discovers courage and wisdom he never knew he had.