Vernor VingeHe claimed that nearby gun thunder cleared the mind - but most everybody else agreed it made you daft.
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Most people would get annoyed by gun shots, but for some reason, they seem to be more attracted to them. There are many theories to this strange behavior, but nobody can really pinpoint it. However, one thing is for sure - the loud sound of gunshots is very compelling.
Source: A Fire Upon The Deep
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