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The Hobbit [J R R Tolkien]
THE RELUCTANT HOBBIT Bilbo Baggins was a hobbit who wanted to be left alone quiet comfort. But the wizard Gandalf came along with a band of homeless dwarves. Soon Bilbo was drawn into their quest facing evil orcs, savage wolves, giant spiders, and worse unknown dangers. Finally, it was Bilbo (alone and unaided) who had…
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100 Things To Do Before You Die [NewScientist]
You’ve only got one life, so make the most of it. Here’s the best science has to offer: 100 activities guaranteed to amaze and inspire you, hand-picked by New Scientist. WHY NOT: Be a gecko Walk in dinosaur footprints Swim in a bioluminescent lake Win a million-dollar maths prize Extract your own DNA Write your…