In the field of science fiction or fantasy, morality-when it enters a book at all-is almost always either thoughtlessly liberal (you can't judge other cultures) or thoughtlessly illiberal (strong men must rule) or just plain thoughtless. (Joanna Russ)

In the field of science fiction or fantasy, morality-when it enters a book at all-is almost always either thoughtlessly liberal (you can't judge other cultures) or thoughtlessly illiberal (strong men must rule) or just plain thoughtless.

Joanna Russ

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