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“See, phrenology is this old Victorian science, which claimed you could determine the dominant traits of a man's personality by studying the bumps on his head. The size and position of these bumps indicated different personality traits. See? Now, /retro-phrenology/ says, why not change a man's personality by hitting him on the head with a hammer, till you raise just the right bumps in the right places!" "One of us needs a lot more drinks," said Alex. "That's starting to make sense.”

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Book:Something from the Nightside
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Something from the Nightside

This book delves into the dark and enigmatic world of the Nightside, a place where the line between the human and the supernatural is blurred. The story follows a protagonist navigating this complex and dangerous environment, encountering a variety of intriguing characters and facing moral dilemmas. more

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Simon R. Green
Simon R. Green

Simon R. Green is a British author known for his fantasy and science fiction works. Born on August 25, 1955, he has been writing since the 1980s and has published numerous novels and short story collections. Green's works are characterized by their humor, satire, and profound philosophical insights. more

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