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“I've always felt that anyone who wants to talk about my private life is only demonstrating the paucity of his/her imagination when there are so many more important and exciting things to discuss.”

Quote by David Gerrold

Book:The Man Who Folded Himself

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The Man Who Folded Himself

This book is a speculative fiction work that delves into the mind-bending theme of time travel. The protagonist, a man who discovers the ability to fold himself into different timelines, faces moral and philosophical dilemmas as he navigates the complexities of his own existence across various points in time. more

Author

David Gerrold, born on January 24, 1944, is an American screenwriter known for his contributions to the science fiction genre. He is best recognized for his role 'Wick Kimball' in the television series 'Star Trek: The Next Generation' and for his novel 'When Harry Met Sally...'. more

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