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“I finished by saying that it struck me that all the ethical systems I was discussing were after the fact. That is, that people act as they are disposed to, but they like to feel afterwards that they were right and so they invent systems that approve of their dispositions.”

Quote by Alexei Panshin

Work

Rite of passage

This book is a narrative that delves into the profound changes a young character undergoes as they navigate a traditional rite of passage, symbolizing their transition from childhood to adulthood. more

Author

Alexei Panshin
Alexei Panshin

Alexei Panshin is an American science fiction writer born on August 14, 1940. His works are known for their profound thought and complex characters, having a significant impact on the science fiction genre. more

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