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“Octavius Augustus became the first Roman emperor because the republic granted him enormous powers. And why did the republic do that? Why did it commit suicide to make way for an empire? Tacitus explains it thus: Cuncta fessa. Which means ‘the whole world is tired.’ Weariness in the face of political and social insecurity is what led to Rome losing its rights and freedoms. Fear induces a hunger for authoritarianism in people. Fear is a really bad adviser.”
― Rosa Montero, Tears in Rain

“In his own mind, Senkovi was known for his sense of humour, an organ that in truth amused only himself.”
― Adrian Tchaikovsky, Children of Ruin

“It has been said that actions become habits and habits determine our lives. That is especially true when it comes to what we eat and drink.”
― Stephen Cherniske, Caffeine Blues: Wake Up to the Hidden Dangers of America's #1 Drug

“You ever think about the fundamental paradox of our society? How they build a tight-knit machine of a state by breaking everyone down into solitary units turned against each other? How you compel mass obedience out of the most individualistic drives of selfishness, greed and fear?”
― Adrian Tchaikovsky, Alien Clay