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“The Universe operates on a basic principle of economics: everything has its cost. We pay to create our future, we pay for the mistakes of the past. We pay for every change we make . . . and we pay just as dearly if we refuse to change.”

Quote by Brian Herbert

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Brian Herbert, born on June 29, 1947, is a renowned science fiction author. He is best known for his collaboration with his son Kevin J. Anderson on the 'Dune' series, which is a classic in the science fiction genre. more

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