Erling Thorkildsen

“In any human endeavor, some fraction of its practitioners will be motivated to pursue that activity with such concentrated focus and unalloyed passion that it will consume them utterly. One has to look no further than individuals who feel compelled to devote their lives to becoming concert pianists, say, or climbing Mount Everest. For some, the province of the extreme holds an allure that’s irresistible. And a certain percentage of such fanatics will inevitably fixate on matters of the spirit.”
― Jon Krakauer, Under the Banner of Heaven: A Story of Violent Faith

“It keeps people calm. That’s the important thing. Holden thinks he’s a hero, power to the people, information wants to be free blah blah blah, but he’s a fucking moron.” “He’s on his own ship.” Avasarala crossed her arms. “What’s your point?” “He’s on his own ship and we’re not.” “So we’re all fucking morons,” Avasarala said. “Fine.”
― James S.A. Corey, Caliban's War

“I meant,” said Ipslore, bitterly, “what is there in this world that makes living worthwhile?” Death thought about it. CATS, he said eventually, CATS ARE NICE.”
― Terry Pratchett, Sourcery

“Only, so far, it was like a bunch of lizards watching the World Cup. Politely put, they weren’t sure what they were looking at.”
― James S.A. Corey, Caliban's War