Chapter 4, “The Desirable Dragon” (p. 64)
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For aught I know, he may have told that silly tale so oft that he’s come to believe it himself.
— L. Sprague de Camp
What It Means
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Source: Wikiquote: "L. Sprague de Camp" (Quotes, The Pixilated Peeress (1991): All page numbers from the mass market paperback edition published by Del Rey, , in September 1992 )
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About L. Sprague de Camp
L. Sprague de Camp (November 27, 1907 – November 6, 2000) was an American writer of science fiction, fantasy and non-fiction. In a career spanning 60 years, he wrote over 100 books, including novels and works of non-fiction, including biographies of other fantasy authors. He was a major figure in science fiction in the 1930s and 1940s.
About L. Sprague de Camp
L. Sprague de Camp (November 27, 1907 – November 6, 2000) was an American writer of science fiction, fantasy and non-fiction. In a career spanning 60 years, he wrote over 100 books, including novels and works of non-fiction, including biographies of other fantasy authors. He was a major figure in science fiction in the 1930s and 1940s.
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