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“When we travel we find how greatly our boyhood dreams are outstripped by reality.”

Quote by R. A. Lafferty

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R. A. Lafferty was an American writer known for his unique science fiction and fantasy works. His writing is celebrated for its rich imagination and distinctive narrative style, which has had a profound impact on science fiction literature. more

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