Chapter 20 (p. 594)
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The Sandwich Islands. Home of perfect weather, sugar cane, pineapple, and women of several races wearing no more than the perfect weather required. Home of the ukulele, the instrument the Devil had invented when he was trying for the guitar.
— Harry Turtledove
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Source: Wikiquote: "Harry Turtledove" (Quotes, Southern Victory (1997-2007), The "Settling Accounts" Tetralogy, Settling Accounts: Return Engagement (2004): All page numbers from the hardcover edition published by Del Rey, , first printing
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About Harry Turtledove
Harry Norman Turtledove (born 14 June 1949) is an American novelist, best known for his works in several genres, including that of alternate history, historical fiction, fantasy, and science fiction.
About Harry Turtledove
Harry Norman Turtledove (born 14 June 1949) is an American novelist, best known for his works in several genres, including that of alternate history, historical fiction, fantasy, and science fiction.
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