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Originally Posted by elcartero227
Thanks a lot Graham. I thought since there are 3 movies planned for the story, The hobbit must be a trilogy too.  |
No, The Hobbit is only around 320 pages, depending on on which "version" you get.
I agree with the others. Start with The Hobbit and then LoTR. They are different in "tone" as The Hobbit is more of a children's book. But that shouldn't stop you from reading it. As Graham pointed out it is a prequel of sorts. Plus I think it's a good story in itself. And it's an easy read. Good preparation for lengthier LoTR
Then, if you are still interested, maybe what GlennD suggested. The "histories" are for people who are "really" into Tolkien and are interested in how he developed the whole world of Middle Earth. I have the volumes that deal more specifically with LoTR, but must confess that I have only read bits and pieces.