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“Nothing limits intelligence more than ignorance; nothing fosters ignorance more than one's own opinions; nothing strengthens opinions more than refusing to look at reality.”

Quote by Sheri S. Tepper

Book:The Visitor

Work

In this suspenseful story, a mysterious figure arrives at a small town, stirring up a web of intrigue and unexplained events. more

Author

Sheri S. Tepper

Sheri S. Tepper was an American science fiction author known for her profound ecological and philosophical themes. Her works often explore environmental, social justice, and human behavior issues, and are praised for their unique narrative style and rich imagination. more

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