Bilbo Symbolism

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In "The Hobbit," animals play significant roles at various points in the narrative, assisting the characters in their journey. Some events include, The Great Eagles rescue Thorin and Company from the trees where they are trapped, surrounded by goblins and Wargs. The eagles swoop down, carrying the dwarves, Bilbo, and Gandalf to safety. This event is crucial as it saves the characters from certain death and allows their quest to continue. Bilbo and the Spiders of Mirkwood After the dwarves are captured by giant spiders in the forest of Mirkwood, Bilbo uses the invisibility afforded by the One Ring to rescue them. He aggravates the spiders, leading them away from the dwarves by calling out insults and throwing stones. Though Bilbo is a character

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