Pain is a gift. Humanity, without pain, would know neither … - Dean Koontz

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Pain is a gift. Humanity, without pain, would know neither fear nor pity. Without fear, there could be no humility, and every man would be a monster. The recognition of pain and fear in others give rise in us to pity, and in our pity is our humanity, our redemption.

Dean Koontz

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Dean Ray Koontz (born July 9, 1945), also known under a number of pseudonyms, including Leigh Nichols, is an American writer best known as a prolific and best-selling author of suspense novels.

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Pen Names: David Axton • John Hill • Aaron Wolfe • Brian Coffey • Deanne Dwyer • K. R. Dwyer • Leigh Nichols • Anthony North • Richard Paige • Owen West

Alternative Names: Dean Ray Koontz • Deanna Dwyer • K.R. Dwyer • Dean R. Koontz

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