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Sylvia Engdahl is an influential American science fiction writer born on November 24, 1933. Her works are known for their feminist themes and focus on gender equality, having a profound impact on the science fiction genre.

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Famous Sylvia Engdahl Quotes

“Awed, I asked, 'How could you possibly have known enough about Jarel to trust him?' 'I didn't. I trusted you.”

Inspirational Trust

Book:Enchantress from the Stars

Source: Enchantress from the Stars

“I know little of magic, Lady,' he said haltingly. 'I am but a woodcutter's son, and there is much that is not given to men to understand; but of this I am sure: there is more to things than we imagine. Beyond the stars are worlds without number, perhaps, and had I never sought to look beyond my own I should be the poorer for it.”

Universe Stars Magic Perspective Exploration

Book:Enchantress from the Stars

Source: Enchantress from the Stars

“Must a man then live as his fellows live, and never reach beyond?" —Georyn”

Men Fellows

Author:Sylvia Engdahl

“The human mind is incredible. It can do nothing without belief, yet practically anything with it. —Elana's father”

Mind Humans Father Belief Can Do Incredibles Human Mind

Book:Enchantress from the Stars

Source: Enchantress from the Stars

“People who love each other can no more keep from communicating than from breathing. —Elana”

People Communicate Breathing Love Each Other

Author:Sylvia Engdahl

“What is it, I wonder, that makes two people suddenly become important to each other? So important that everything else around them just fades away?”

People Two Important Wonder Fades Fade Away

Book:Enchantress from the Stars

Source: Enchantress from the Stars

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Born: November 24, 1933
Known for: Writer
Quotes: 6

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