J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Hobbit" is a masterpiece of modern fantasy and introduction to Tolkien's rich and complex world of Middle-Earth. Readers and fans now have a simple SPOILER-FREE companion guide at their fingertips. Read more about your favorite characters: learn the origins of Gandalf or Elrond or read more about Bilbo Baggins and his dwarf companions. Dig deeper and read about the different races and places in Middle-Earth. With blogs, trailers and recommendations, you'll have more to explore before the new Peter Jackson film is released!

Features:
* Dozens of characters to help you keep track of the major and minor characters in "The Hobbit"

* All of the major races explained, including Hobbits, Orcs, Dragons and Wizards

* Trailers and blogs for the new movie "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey"

* Spoiler settings to allow you to follow along without ruining the plot