Quote:
The Hobbits are just rustic English people, made small in size because it reflects the generally small reach of their imagination.
-JRR Tolkien
Now, when I think of hobbits in the Shire, I can see that. However, once they get out of the Shire, they have potential to change the world. So, in a way I agree with Tolkien (I probably should.. considering he wrote the books.), but, in another way, I see hobbits representing someone who is wanting to stick to themselves, but, once released, they find out they can be a whole lot more than what they ever thought.