Doctor Susan Calvin in "Robot Dreams" in Robot Dreams (1986)
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There are limits beyond which your folly will not carry you. I am glad of that. In fact, I am relieved.
— Isaac Asimov
What It Means
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Source: Wikiquote: "Isaac Asimov" (Quotes, General sources, 1981–1992)
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About Isaac Asimov
Isaac Asimov (c. 2 January 1920 – 6 April 1992) was a Russian-born American biochemist who was a prolific writer of both fiction and non-fiction, his works include the Foundation series and I, Robot.
About Isaac Asimov
Isaac Asimov (c. 2 January 1920 – 6 April 1992) was a Russian-born American biochemist who was a prolific writer of both fiction and non-fiction, his works include the Foundation series and I, Robot.
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