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“That's how the madness of the world tries to colonize you: from the outside in, forcing you to live in its reality.”

Quote by Jeff VanderMeer

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Jeff VanderMeer

Jeff VanderMeer is an American writer known for his science fiction and fantasy novels. His works often explore themes of ecology, identity, and the relationship between humans and nature. Born on July 7, 1968, VanderMeer's writing career began in the 1990s. more

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