Tolkien’s Smaug

But as their mutual attraction flares into passion

along with Pluto

Pursue hobbies

then follow step-by-step instructions to whittle and carve a boat

Frank Reade: Adventures in the Age of Invention Format:Hardcover Tolkien’s SmaugBefore Jules Vernes flying machines and H. G. Wellss spaceships, there was Frank Reade, globe trotting inventor and original steampunk hero. Frank Reade magazines were the worlds first science fiction periodicals, enthralling millions of readers with tales of fantastic inventions and adventures. Now many of the spectacular images from the vintage dime novel series are being reprinted for the first time in more than a century, along with excerpts from