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“But I'm so slow on it because I find it terribly hard writing blind on computers. The computer speaks to me, but it's just so slow, I'm so terribly slow using it.”

Quote by Jack Vance

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Jack Vance, born on August 28, 1916, in Oakland, California, was a renowned science fiction and fantasy writer. His works, characterized by their unique literary style and rich imagination, have had a profound impact on the world of literature. more

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