Walter Scherf (Books)

Walter Scherf Books

June 11, 1920 – October 25, 2010

Walter Scherf was a German writer, composer, and researcher of children's literature, youth literature, and fairy tales. His work is characterized by a deep interest in folk stories and traditional songs, which he researched and popularized. Scherf contributed to the international exchange of children's literature and illustrations, notably advocating for the inclusion of Eastern Bloc countries. His translations, particularly of fairy tales and fantasy literature, enriched the German literary landscape, and his own compositions, including youth songs, became classics.

The Hobbit

Features a tale of adventure, undertaken by a company of dwarves in search of dragon-guarded gold. A reluctant partner in this perilous quest is Bilbo Baggins, a comfort-loving unambitious hobbit. Encounters with trolls, goblins, dwarves, elves, giant spiders, and conversations with the dragon, are just some of the adventures that befall Bilbo. This is a new paperback edition of JRR Tolkien's fantasy masterpiece, "The Hobbit". "The Hobbit" is a tale of high adventure, undertaken by a company of dwarves in search of dragon-guarded gold. A reluctant partner in this perilous quest is Bilbo Baggins, a comfort-loving unambitious hobbit, who surprises even himself by his resourcefulness and skill as a burglar. Encounters with trolls, goblins, dwarves, elves and giant spiders, conversations with the dragon, Smaug, and a rather unwilling presence at the Battle of Five Armies are just some of the adventures that befall Bilbo. Bilbo Baggins has taken his place among the ranks of the immortals of children's fiction. Written by Professor Tolkien for his own children, "The Hobbit" met with instant critical acclaim when published.