Quote by Norman Spinrad

As a child, I read science fiction, but from the very beginnings of my reading for pleasure, I read a lot of non-fictional history, particularly historical biography.

As a child, I read science fiction, but from the very beginn

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This quote highlights the author's early exposure and interest in reading. While they enjoyed science fiction as a child, their primary source of pleasure came from delving into non-fictional history, specifically historical biographies. This suggests that their curiosity about real events and individuals, and the desire to learn from them, shaped their reading preferences from an early age. It also indicates a fascination with uncovering the past and gaining insights into different time periods and the lives of notable figures.

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