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“This book is dedicated to all good teachers everywhere, most particularly those of the William Levering School and Central High School in Philadelphia, to whom more is owed than can ever be repaid.”

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Book:Bones of the Earth
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Bones of the Earth

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Michael Swanwick
Michael Swanwick

Michael Swanwick is an American science fiction author known for his unique imagination and profound insights into the relationship between technology and humanity. His works cover a wide range of science fiction themes, including time travel, artificial intelligence, and space exploration. more

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