Erling Thorkildsen

“The city was under the rule of sourcery…martial lore.”
― Terry Pratchett, Sourcery

“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

“That was the danger of being old and a politician. Habits outlived the situations that created them. Policies remained in place after the situations that inspired them had changed.”
― James S.A. Corey, Cibola Burn

“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