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Ars Technica
4 months ago
OMG science

Cerne Abbas Giant is a depiction of Hercules

The Cerne Abbas Giant in Dorset, England, may have originally represented Hercules from Greek mythology and served as a muster station for West Saxon armies.
Recent research suggests that the giant may have been reinterpreted to represent Saint Eadwold of Cerne in the mid-11th and early 12th centuries. [ more ]
the Guardian
5 months ago
Books

Tales of the unexpected: inside the thriving world of independent bookshops

Little Toller Books is a small independent publishing house and bookshop in Beaminster, Dorset that focuses on books about the natural world and place writing.
Gracie Cooper, co-founder of Little Toller Books, describes the joy of running a bookshop and the opportunity to connect with customers and provide support and comfort. [ more ]
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