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Human judges can show mercy. But against the laws of nature, there is no appeal.

Arthur C. Clarke

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Arthur C. Clarke
Age: 90 †
Born: 1917
Born: December 16
Died: 2008
Died: March 19
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I will not be afraid because I understand ... And understanding is happiness.
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