Bilbo's Use Of Characterization In The Hobbit

Characterization is a technique authors use to present their characters and make them relatable to their audience. They do this by describing their actions, thoughts, and speech in detail. In the story, The Hobbit, by well-known author, J.R.R. Tolkien, the author enhances the story by creating relatable characters with distinct traits. For example, his main character, Bilbo Baggins, is afraid and thinks about not going on the adventure with the rest of the group. This thought conveys Bilbo as a nervous, timid Hobbit. This example makes Bilbo relatable to a wide audience, because readers could have experienced a time when they felt timid or nervous, or know someone who is timid and nervous. J.R.R. Tolkien also uses characterization to establish
Gandalf, another main character, as caring and protective. One example of this is when Gandalf turns the trolls, who are threatening the group, against each other to save the dwarves and Bilbo. This makes Gandalf likeable, even though he seems intimidating. Characterizations like these through actions, thoughts, and speech not only make characters more relatable, they also make the story more enjoyable for the reader.