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Robert H. Wilson

Robert H. Wilson was an American science fiction writer whose work contributed to the genre's evolution in the mid-20th century. He is best known for his novel 'Out Around Rigel,' which showcases his imaginative storytelling and ability to blend scientific concepts with compelling narratives. Wilson's writing often explored themes of space exploration and the human condition, reflecting the anxieties and aspirations of a post-war society eager to understand its place in the universe. Throughout his career, Wilson was recognized for his unique voice and perspective within the science fiction community. His works often featured richly developed worlds and complex characters, engaging readers with thought-provoking scenarios that challenged conventional thinking. Though not as widely known as some of his contemporaries, Wilson's contributions to the genre have left a lasting impact, inspiring future generations of writers and readers alike. His ability to weave intricate plots with philosophical underpinnings marks him as a significant figure in the landscape of science fiction literature.

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“The ultimate weapon isn't this plague out in Vegas, or any new super H-bomb. The ultimate weapon has always existed. Every man, every woman, and every child owns it. It's the ability to say No and take the consequences.””

Leviathan

“We have never sought power. We have sought to disperse power, to set men and women free. That really means: to help them to discover that they are free. Everybody's free. The slave is free. The ultimate weapon isn't this plague out in Vegas, or any new super H-bomb. The ultimate weapon has always existed. Every man, every woman, and every child owns it. It's the ability to say No and take the consequences. 'Fear is failure.' 'The fear of death is the beginning of slavery.' "Thou hast no right but to do thy will.' The goose can break the bottle at any second. Socrates took the hemlock to prove it. Jesus went to the cross to prove it. It's in all history, all myth, all poetry. It's right out in the open all the time.””

Leviathan

“[H]e dreamed things for which he had no words.””

Axis

“The ultimate weapon isn't this plague out in Vegas, or any new super H-bomb. The ultimate weapon has always existed. Every man, every woman, and every child owns it. It's the ability to say No and take the consequences.””

Leviathan

“We have never sought power. We have sought to disperse power, to set men and women free. That really means: to help them to discover that they are free. Everybody's free. The slave is free. The ultimate weapon isn't this plague out in Vegas, or any new super H-bomb. The ultimate weapon has always existed. Every man, every woman, and every child owns it. It's the ability to say No and take the consequences. 'Fear is failure.' 'The fear of death is the beginning of slavery.' "Thou hast no right but to do thy will.' The goose can break the bottle at any second. Socrates took the hemlock to prove it. Jesus went to the cross to prove it. It's in all history, all myth, all poetry. It's right out in the open all the time.””

Leviathan

“[H]e dreamed things for which he had no words.””

Axis

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