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“Scientists are the easiest to fool. ... They think in straight, predictable, directable, and therefore misdirectable, lines. The only world they know is the one where everything has a logical explanation and things are what they appear to be. Children and conjurors-they terrify me. Scientists are no problem; against them I feel quite confident.”

Quote by James P. Hogan

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James P. Hogan, born on June 27, 1941, was an Irish-born American science fiction author. Known for his in-depth scientific understanding and imaginative storytelling, Hogan's works have been highly appreciated by readers. more

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