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Robert Heinlein

(1907—1988)

U.S. sci-fi writer

An elephant is a mouse built to government specifications.

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Robert Heinlein

(1907-1988) U.S. sci-fi writer, in novel The Moon is a Harsh Mistress Don't explain computers to laymen. Simpler to explain sex to virgins. www.english-slang.com

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(1907-1988), US science-fiction novelist Never underestimate the power of human stupidity. www.english-slang.com

Robert A. Heinlein

(1907-1988), US science-fiction novelist Being intelligent is not a felony. But most societies evaluate it as at least a misdemeanor. www.english-slang.com

Robert Heinlein

(1907-1988), Time Enough for Love Be wary of strong drink. It can make you shoot at tax collectors and miss. www.english-slang.com

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