We need a reserve of life, every kind of life,” he explained. "Today for the spirit-a glimpse of space and green. Tomorrow for survival, flat-out survival. (Poul Anderson)

We need a reserve of life, every kind of life,” he explained. "Today for the spirit-a glimpse of space and green. Tomorrow for survival, flat-out survival.

Poul Anderson

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