Chapter 20 (p. 288)
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“But of course, you don’t believe in the existence of sin, do you?”
“I believe in the existence of reckless stupidity,” Rashmika replied.
— Alastair Reynolds
What It Means
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“I believe in the existence of reckless stupidity,” Rashmika replied." in the context of "Chapter 20 (p. 288)" to mean that wisdom is timeless.
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About Alastair Reynolds
Alastair Preston Reynolds (born 13 March 1966) is a British science fiction author.
About Alastair Reynolds
Alastair Preston Reynolds (born 13 March 1966) is a British science fiction author.
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