I'm one of the few people who enjoyed reading the "Concerning Hobbits" section; I thought it was great. Most people I know just skipped it completely. Actually, it's about time for me to read this book again. Maybe after I finish my re-read of Ender's Game.
take the WHAT BAD BOOK ARE YOU test.
and go to mewing.net. not as good as reading a good book, but way better than a bad one.