“A great many things are possible.” And to himself he added: But not practical.”
― Prelude to Foundation
― Prelude to Foundation
“How harmful overspecialization is. It cuts knowledge at a million points and leaves it bleeding.”
― Prelude to Foundation
― Prelude to Foundation
“They work off all their resentments, enjoy all the smug self-satisfaction a young revolutionary would have, and by the time they take their place in the Imperial hierarchy, they are ready to settle down into conformity and obedience.”
― Prelude to Foundation
― Prelude to Foundation
“Why, he wondered, did so many people spend their lives not trying to find answers to questions—not even thinking of questions to begin with? Was there anything more exciting in life than seeking answers?”
― Prelude to Foundation
― Prelude to Foundation
“I’ve seen many people with status, but I’m still looking for a happy one. Status won’t sit still under you; you have to continually fight to keep from sinking.”
― Prelude to Foundation
― Prelude to Foundation
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