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“Very soon the heavens presented an extraordinary appearance, for all the stars directly behind me were now deep red, while those directly ahead were violet. Rubies lay behind me, amethysts ahead of me.”

Quote by Olaf Stapledon

Work

Star Maker

In this science fiction novel, the protagonist delves into the creation of stars, raising profound questions about the moral and philosophical consequences of manipulating cosmic phenomena. more

Author

Olaf Stapledon
Olaf Stapledon

Olaf Stapledon, born on May 10, 1886, in Scotland, and died on September 6, 1950, was a philosopher and writer. His works encompassed cosmic philosophy, life philosophy, and socialist ideas, which had a profound impact on later generations. more

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