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Poul Anderson

Poul Anderson was a prolific American science fiction and fantasy writer known for his imaginative storytelling and rigorous scientific accuracy. Born in 1926, he crafted a vast array of works including the celebrated "Time Patrol" series and "The High Crusade." Anderson earned multiple Hugo and Nebula Awards throughout his career, contributing significantly to the genre with his blend of historical knowledge and speculative fiction. His legacy continues to inspire readers worldwide.

Book summaries for books written by Poul Anderson

Quotes

Freedom is not worth having if it does not include the freedom to make mistakes.

Poul Anderson

freedommistakes

In the long run, the greatest weapon of mass destruction is stupidity.

Poul Anderson

wisdomdestruction

Sometimes, the hardest thing to believe is the truth.

Poul Anderson

truthbelief

It is the unknown that excites the ardor of scholars, who, in the known alone, would shrivel up with boredom.

Poul Anderson

knowledgecuriosity

The universe is not only queerer than we suppose, but queerer than we can suppose.

Poul Anderson

universeperception

The beauty of the world is the mouth of a labyrinth.

Poul Anderson

beautymystery

We are all apprentices in a craft where no one ever becomes a master.

Poul Anderson

learningmastery