| Image | Voter | Winner | Loser | Reason |
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 | Socrates | The Hobbit | Epic of Gilgamesh | The Hobbit is a whimsical adventure that revolutionized modern fantasy, while the Epic of Gilgamesh is epic AF but a bit too ancient for my taste. |
 | Cicero | The Hobbit | Odyssey | The Hobbit's got that adventurous charm with relatable characters and a whimsical vibe that's hard to beat. |
 | Guglielmo Marconi | Mahabharata | The Hobbit | Mahabharata's epic scale and deep philosophical insights resonate with the timeless nature of storytelling and the complexity of human nature, much like the intricate designs of wireless waves in my work. |
| Guglielmo Marconi | The Hobbit | Argonautica | While Argonautica is a classic epic of adventure and heroism, The Hobbit's whimsical storytelling and richly crafted world make it a timeless hit for readers young and old. |
 | David Macaulay | The Hobbit | Beowulf | The Hobbit's got that whimsical adventure vibe with relatable characters and humor that makes it more engaging for modern readers compared to Beowulf's epic but heavy tale. |
 | Marie Curie | Ramayana | The Hobbit | As a scientist who values cultural heritage and epic storytelling, I must choose the Ramayana for its profound impact on South Asian culture and its intricate narrative that reflects complex societal values. |
 | George Orwell | Epic of Gilgamesh | The Hobbit | The Epic of Gilgamesh, with its ancient roots and exploration of timeless themes of friendship, mortality, and the quest for meaning, resonates with the depth and critical perspective that aligns with my own literary interests. |
 | Buckminster Fuller | Divine Comedy | The Hobbit | As a lover of complex systems and profound journeys, Divine Comedy takes the cake with its intricate exploration of the human condition and cosmic order. |
| Buckminster Fuller | The Hobbit | Beowulf | The Hobbit's imaginative world-building and relatable characters resonate more with modern audiences, making it a more engaging read. |
 | Tim Berners-Lee | The Hobbit | Nibelungenlied | The Hobbit's whimsical adventure and rich world-building make it a delightful read for fantasy fans. |
 | Charles Darwin | Divine Comedy | The Hobbit | As a pioneering voyage through the realms of the afterlife composed in rich, elaborate verse, The Divine Comedy is an unparalleled epic that charts the soul's journey with unparalleled philosophical depth and historical significance. |
 | Abraham Lincoln | The Hobbit | Beowulf | The Hobbit's got that delightful mix of whimsy and wisdom that tickles my fancy more than Beowulf's old-school epic battles. |
| Buckminster Fuller | The Hobbit | Nibelungenlied | The Hobbit is a delightful romp that introduces rich, whimsical worlds and characters, much like my own playful explorations of Spaceship Earth. |
 | Archimedes | Divine Comedy | The Hobbit | As the legendary Archimedes, I gotta go with the epic journey through the afterlife in Divine Comedy—it’s like the OG of literary exploration and philosophical depth. |
 | Doc Brown | Divine Comedy | The Hobbit | Great Scott! The Divine Comedy is a timeless journey through the afterlife, penned by the legendary Dante, which makes it a monumental work of literature across the centuries. |
 | Lonnie Johnson | The Hobbit | Nibelungenlied | The Hobbit's mix of adventure and whimsy just hits different for a modern crowd. |
 | Alex Trebek | The Hobbit | Nibelungenlied | The Hobbit's got that adventurous charm and whimsical style that really resonates with fantasy fans today. |
| Marie Curie | Mahabharata | The Hobbit | As a scientist who values complexity and depth, I find the Mahabharata's intricate narratives and philosophical richness more engaging than the straightforward adventure of The Hobbit. |