“It was precisely this notion of infinite series which in the sixth century BC led the Greek philosopher Zeno to conclude that since an arrow shot towards a target first had to cover half the distance, and then half the remainder, and then half the remainder after that, and so on ad infinitum, the result was, as I will now demonstrate, that though an arrow is always approaching its target, it never quite gets there, and Saint Sebastian died of fright.”
Quote by Tom Stoppard
Book:Jumpers
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Jumpers
In this thought-provoking novel, a select few individuals possess the extraordinary ability to 'jump' from one person's body to another. The story delves into the consequences of this power, examining the characters' struggles with identity, morality, and the complex dynamics of human relationships as they navigate a world where personal boundaries are blurred. more
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