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J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit is published for the first time. (September 22 is celebrated by some fans as Hobbit Day, however.)
J.R.R. Tolkien’s fantasy novel The Hobbit is published for the first time, introducing readers to Middle-earth.
On September 21, 1937, The Hobbit was released by George Allen & Unwin in London, marking J.R.R. Tolkien’s first major literary success. The tale of Bilbo Baggins, a humble hobbit, set out on an epic adventure with a company of dwarves and the wizard Gandalf. Its whimsical tone and detailed worldbuilding captivated both children and adult readers. Critics praised Tolkien’s imaginative scope and depth of lore. The book’s popularity laid the groundwork for the later epic The Lord of the Rings. Fans now often celebrate September 22 as Hobbit Day, commemorating the birthdays of Bilbo and Frodo.
1937
J.R.R. Tolkien
The Hobbit
September 22
Hobbit Day