Broadcast to mark the 3000th programme of the much-loved children's series Jackanory The Hobbit was transmitted over two weeks & 10 episodes in 1979 It told the gripping story of Bilbo Baggins & his band of dwarves who are on a quest for the treasure guarded by the fearsome dragon Smaug As he leaves his cosy hobbit-hole & travels into the wild Bilbo's adventures begin On his journey he will encounter trolls goblins elves & giant spiders
- as well as a mysterious & magical ring & a strange sinister creature named Gollum Read by Bernard Cribbins Jan Francis Maurice Denham & David Wood this rare audio soundtrack is sure to offer a treat for all fans of J R R Tolkien 2 CDs 2 hrs 28 mins