Richard Adams, author of Watership Down -- RIP

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steve58

December 27, 2016, 01:29:46 PM
Government is not the solution to our problem—government is the problem.   Ronald Reagan
The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not.   Thomas Jefferson
During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act.   George Orwell  The truth is quiet...It's the lies that are loud.   Jesus Revolution
If you ever find yourself in need of a safe space then you're probably going to have to stop calling yourself a social justice warrior. You cannot be a warrior and a pansy at the same time   Mike Adams (RIP Mike)

Martok

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December 27, 2016, 02:49:01 PM
Wonderful book.  I just read it for the first time...two years ago?  Very much enjoyed it. 

RIP Mr. Adams.  2016 takes another one.  :( 
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Dammit Carl!

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December 27, 2016, 02:59:41 PM
Death sneaking as many as he can before close of business on 2016.  Asshole.

besilarius

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December 27, 2016, 08:25:32 PM
Adams had such an ability to confure outside of the box situations and characters.
It didn't totally work, but I really liked his book, Traveller.  The American Civil War told from the standpoint of RE Lee's horse.
"Most gods throw dice, but Fate plays chess, and you don't find out until too late that he's been playing with two queens all along".  Terry Pratchett.

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"With your eyes closed?"
"That helped."  Lauren Bacall

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MetalDog

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December 27, 2016, 08:36:46 PM
RIP, Mr. Adams.
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