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“Life is the future, not the past. The past can teach us, through experience, how to accomplish things in the future, comfort us with cherished memories, and provide the foundation of what has already been accomplished. But only the future holds life. To live in the past is to embrace what is dead. To live life to its fullest, each day must be created anew.”

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Terry Goodkind
Terry Goodkind

Terry Goodkind, born in 1948, is an American author known for his fantasy literature, particularly for his 'The Sword of Truth' series. His works are characterized by their profound philosophical thoughts and rich imagination, which have won him a large following among readers. more

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