We are all born with a unique genetic blueprint, which lays out the basic characteristics of our personality as well as our physical health and appearance... And yet, we all know that life experiences do change us. — Joan D. Vinge Copy Share Image
Archaeology is the anthropology of the past, and science fiction is the anthropology of the future. — Joan D. Vinge Copy Share Image
“[S]omehow, without his being aware of it, time had coated his awe with a rind of disillusionment, and the wine of wonder had turned… — Joan D. Vinge Copy Share Image
For every path you choose, there is another you must abandon, usually forever. — Joan D. Vinge Copy Share Image
The contradictions are what make human behavior so maddening and yet so fascinating, all at the same time. — Joan D. Vinge Copy Share Image
The futures and ultimate fates of the characters in The Snow Queen are profoundly changed by choices made in their own minds or hearts,… — Joan D. Vinge Copy Share Image
But what force in the galaxy is stronger than she is?" "Indifference." Jerusha surprised herself with the answer. "Indifference, Gundhalinu, is the strongest force… — Joan D. Vinge Copy Share Image
“There are two tragedies in life. One is never getting your heart's desire. The other is getting it.” — Joan D. Vinge Copy Share Image
It doesn't matter. I'm not asking forever of you...just let me love you now. — Joan D. Vinge Copy Share Image
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