Edgar Pangborn, A Mirror for Observers (1954), Part Two, Chapter 6
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If you’re interested in ethics, you could do worse than think in terms of geological time.
— Edgar Pangborn on Ethics
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About Edgar Pangborn
Edgar Pangborn (February 25, 1909 – February 1, 1976) was an American writer of mystery, historical, and science fiction.
About Edgar Pangborn
Edgar Pangborn (February 25, 1909 – February 1, 1976) was an American writer of mystery, historical, and science fiction.
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