Quote by Elizabeth Moon

I love biomedical science, I love astronomy, and you can't really do much with those in a fantasy setting.

I love biomedical science, I love astronomy, and you can't r

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This quote reflects the speaker's passion for biomedical science and astronomy but recognizes that these fields do not easily translate into a fantasy setting. It implies their frustration in not being able to explore these scientific interests within the context of a fantasy world. This quote highlights the limitation of including certain disciplines in fantasy storytelling, reminding us that while imagination can run wild in such settings, it may not always encompass the full range of subjects and themes that we are personally passionate about.

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