continuity (38) “Not For Sale But Can Be Had On Application”
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If the evidence says you’re wrong, you don’t have the right theory. You change the theory, not the evidence.
— John Brunner
What It Means
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Source: Wikiquote: "John Brunner" (Quotes, Stand on Zanzibar (1968): Winner of the Hugo Award for best novel of the year. Quotations from the "SF Masterworks" edition: Orion Publishing, London (1999) )
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About John Brunner
John Kilian Houston Brunner (September 24, 1934 – August 26, 1995) was a science fiction author. His work in the new wave sub-genre is highly acclaimed and influential. His earlier (prolific, often pseudonymous) space operas are generally considered unremarkable.
About John Brunner
John Kilian Houston Brunner (September 24, 1934 – August 26, 1995) was a science fiction author. His work in the new wave sub-genre is highly acclaimed and influential. His earlier (prolific, often pseudonymous) space operas are generally considered unremarkable.
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