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It was a symptom of the insanity of human beings in a cosmos obviously designed for them to live in, but which they industriously prepare to make unlivable.

— Murray Leinster Time Tunnel (1964)

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More quotes by Murray Leinster

There are some people so stupid you have to show them everything. I didn’t realize that there are people so stupid you can’t show them anything.

The Pirates of Zan (1959)

A practical man can always make what he wants to do look like a noble sacrifice of personal inclinations to the welfare of the community.

The Pirates of Zan (1959)

My specialty is the mechanics of research. But I test my theories about how to make discoveries by using them to make discoveries.

Things Pass By (1945)

It is the custom of all men, everywhere, to be obtuse where women are concerned.

The Pirates of Zan (1959)

The secret of getting along with people is that of postponing quarrels.

Exploration Team (1956)

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