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William Tenn Quotes

British-American science fiction author (1920–2010)

William Tenn was the pseudonym of Philip Klass (May 9, 1920 – February 7, 2010), a British-born American science fiction author, notable for many stories with satirical elements.

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Birth Name: Philip Klass

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