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“I did not call for the extermination of people, but of ideas.”

Quote by John C. Wright

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John C. Wright is an American science fiction and fantasy writer, born on October 22, 1961. His works are known for their profound philosophical insights and unique worldviews, covering a range of topics from space opera to post-apocalyptic worlds. more

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