A Believable Hero What is a hero? One commonly thinks of a man from another planet with super strength, speed, and vision, or perhaps an untouchable sports figure. But how often is a small, plump hobbit who enjoys the comforts of his home and a routine consisting of tea time and afternoon snacks considered a hero? In fact, even such a person is considered a hero, and Bilbo Baggins is this person. In The Hobbit …showed first 75 words of 966 total…

…showed last 75 words of 966 total…by himself. Bilbo Baggins found that deep inside he had what it took to become a hero. His adventures brought out the best in him; yet, his character and morals were unaffected throughout his journey. In the end, it was his simple values and good heart, not his physical strength or abilities that made him into a hero. The story of the ordinary person doing extraordinary deeds is what propelled The Hobbit to success -MJC 9/28/84