A society that put more emphasis on birth than ability was likely to breed ability out of its ruling class. - Damon Knight

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A society that put more emphasis on birth than ability was likely to breed ability out of its ruling class.

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About Damon Knight

Damon Knight (September 19, 1922 – April 15, 2002) was an American science fiction author, editor, critic and fan.

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Alternative Names: Damon Francis Knight • Stuart Fleming • Conanight
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