To leave the apple unpicked — that was sin. - Mary Doria Russell

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To leave the apple unpicked — that was sin.

Mary Doria Russell

Dreamers of the Day · March 11, 2008 Verified in 1 source Sign up to see the complete provenance

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About Mary Doria Russell

Mary Doria Russell (born August 19, 1950) is an American author. Russell has become widely known for her two novels which explore one of science fiction's oldest concepts: first contact with aliens. In this framework she also explores the even older issue of how one can reconcile the idea of a benevolent deity with pain and evil in the world.

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