Very small, child, are the flying days of love, and men and… - Gene Wolfe

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Very small, child, are the flying days of love, and men and women must catch them when they can, if they are to know love at all.

Gene Wolfe

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About Gene Wolfe

Gene Rodman Wolfe (May 7, 1931 – April 14, 2019) was an American science fiction and fantasy writer. He is noted for his dense, allusive prose as well as the strong influence of his Catholic faith. He has won many awards in the field, and is hailed by prominent critics and writers as one of the best and most important then-living science fiction authors.

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Birth Name: Gene Rodman Wolfe

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Very small, child, are the flying days of love, and men and women must catch them when they can, if they are to know love at all. - Gene Wolfe

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