Any ideas for an essay with this prompt:
What is Bilbo searching for? What is the point of the hero's quest-- the objective or the search itself? How do you know?
Explore the objective and outcome of Bilbo's quest.
Please help, with any ideas!
2007-08-08 15:42:21 · 8 answers · asked by tennis 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
Bilbo wanted adventure itself. Something different than the predictable life in the Shire. The search was the objective. He took joy in the journey. Contrast him with the dwarves who wanted to regain a kingdom. That should give you the answers you want. Do a compare and contrast essay showing Bilbo's quest next to the king of the dwarves.
2007-08-08 15:47:36 · answer #1 · answered by Todd 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
In the case of Bilbo Baggins, you'd be better off looking at the search itself. Whose quest was it to begin with anyway? The Dwarves. They were on their way to the Lonely Mountain to reclaim it in the name of the Dwarves. Thorin Oakenshiled's grandfather had been the last ruler Dwarven of the Lonely Mountain before it was taken over by the Dragon Smaug. But thirteen was an unlucky number. And though Gandalf would travel with the group for the first half of their trip, he suggested Bilbo as lucky number fourteen. He had to be persuaded to even leave his comfortable home to go on the quest. For him, it's more about the search and less about the quest.
Yet what exactly is the search for Bilbo. It doesn't really seem to be the adventure, remember he had to be persuaded to go in the first point. Someone seeking adventure wouldn't have to be persuaded quite as much as it seemed Bilbo had to be. He was more adventurous after his first great adventure with the Dwarves, much more likely to be ready to go out on one after that first than he had before it. Rather it seems more like he was seeking a greater understanding the world in which he lived. And also to learn just what he truely was capable of.
2007-08-08 16:53:39 · answer #2 · answered by knight1192a 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd say the point is the search, because when Bilbo agrees to join the expedition he only has a vague idea of what he will be searching for. Everything is a result of the journey, not a specific destination.
2007-08-08 15:46:00 · answer #3 · answered by mythic120 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bilbo in some senses is searching for himself.
Originally he is shoved on the journey by Gandalf, and is basically looking for gold. But he is also desperate to prove himself to the dwarves, not just as a lazy, hairy-toed creature but as a reputable hobbit. He is searching for adventure and a new way of life.
2007-08-08 19:02:16 · answer #4 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bilbo is actually searching for adventure - despite his ingrained abhorrence of the concept. Reading the first two chapters make this pretty clear, especially during the Dwarves' song. In fact, Gandalf rushes him into going, and his reluctance remains throughout the journey - but he could have said "no" from the beginning, despite Gandalf's persuasions.
Jim, http://www.life-after-harry-potter.com
2007-08-08 16:42:55 · answer #5 · answered by JimPettis 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bilbo is searching for lost family members, he believes they were taken away by the dwarfs. The objective is clearly the point of the search - because it is a search for love. The objective is for Bilbo to find his family, the outcome is that he finds they have all been killed by the dragon Smog.
I would know, I read the book.
JK...If you fell for this try reading the book again.
2007-08-08 16:00:00 · answer #6 · answered by foreversomnium 2 · 0⤊ 3⤋
It's a great book. When you've finished it make sure you read The Lord of the Rings as well, because most people agree that the sequel is even better.
2016-05-17 10:41:13 · answer #7 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The point is searching ones soul to find inner strenth to overcome lifes unexpected hurdels ie:greed and fear
2007-08-08 15:48:08 · answer #8 · answered by starlight_dreams 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋