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“People have laughed at all great inventors and discoverers.”

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John Thomas Sladek

John Thomas Sladek was an American author renowned for his contributions to science fiction and fantasy. Born on December 15, 1937, and passing away on March 10, 2000, Sladek's writing delved into the realms of technology, philosophy, and the human experience. more

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