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You are still infested with hope. You think there is a life worth living somewhere, and that some combination of action, restraint, knowledge, and lu… - Michael Swanwick
" "You are still infested with hope. You think there is a life worth living somewhere, and that some combination of action, restraint, knowledge, and luck will save you, if only you can get the mix right. Well, I've got news for you. Right here, right now—this is as good as it gets."
"Things will get better!"
"Have they ever?" The dragon's contempt was palpable. The cabin hatch hissed open. "Go. Return to your dormitory room and enjoy your present. Come back when you've grown large enough to look upon futility without flinching. Come back when you've despaired and moved beyond despair to vengefulness. Come back when you've decided to stop lying to yourself.
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About Michael Swanwick
Michael Swanwick (born November 18, 1950) is an American science fiction and fantasy author.
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