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“When childhood dies, its corpses are called adults and they enter society, one of the politer names of hell. That is why we dread children, even if we love them, they show us the state of our decay.”

Quote by Brian Aldiss

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Brian Aldiss, born on August 18, 1925, is a renowned British film writer. His works span a variety of genres, including science fiction, fantasy, and adventure, and are known for their unique imagination and profound thematic exploration. more

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