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Quote by J. R. R. Tolkien

“Many are the strange chances of the world, and help oft shall come from the hands of the weak when the Wise falter.”

Quote by J. R. R. Tolkien

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J. R. R. Tolkien
J. R. R. Tolkien

J.R.R. Tolkien was an English writer, best known for his fantasy literature, most notably The Lord of the Rings trilogy and The Hobbit. His works have had a profound impact on modern fantasy literature. more

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