L. Sprague de Camp Quotes
Born: November 27, 1907
L. Sprague de Camp was a master of speculative fiction whose sharp intellect and wry humor illuminated the human condition. A polymath and historian, he wove profound insights on life’s absurdities, resilience, and the pursuit of knowledge into his tales. His philosophy celebrated curiosity over dogma and pragmatism over despair, urging readers to navigate chaos with wit and courage. De Camp’s quotes resonate because they distill complex truths into clear, memorable wisdom—reminding us that life, though unpredictable, is a grand adventure best met with both a critical mind and an open heart. His legacy endures as a beacon for thoughtful living.
L. Sprague de Camp Quotes (4)
"It does not pay a prophet to be too specific."
— L. Sprague De Camp"The story of civilization is, in a sense, the story of engineering - that long and arduous struggle to make the forces of nature work for man's good."
— L. Sprague De Camp"In writing a series of stories about the same characters, plan the whole series in advance in some detail, to avoid contradictions and inconsistencies."
— L. Sprague De Camp"There is no mistaking the dismay on the face of a writer who has just heard that his brain child is a deformed idiot."
— L. Sprague De Camp