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“Everything born has to die, in order to make room for the future.”

Quote by Joan D. Vinge

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Joan D. Vinge is an American science fiction author born on April 2, 1948. Her works are known for their profound philosophical insights and rich imagination, with 'Snow Crash' and 'Cat's Cradle' being among her most beloved novels. more

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