"When you travel, remember that a foreign country is not designed to make you comfortable. It is designed to make its own people comfortable."
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About Alfred Bester
Alfred Bester (1913–1987) was an American science fiction author and TV scriptwriter. He is best known for his influential novels 'The Demolished Man' and 'The Stars My Destination', which are considered classics of the genre. Bester's writing style was characterized by imaginative storytelling, sharp dialogue, and a focus on psychological drama.
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