Mostem

“Mere existence is already the result of incredible luck. Such was the case on Earth in the past, and such has always been the case in this cruel universe. But at some point, humanity began to develop the illusion that they’re entitled to life, that life can be taken for granted.”
― Liu Cixin, Death's End

“we take our victories where we find them, and accept our defeats with grace and patience.”
― Alastair Reynolds, Inhibitor Phase

“You must know that a person’s ability to discern the truth is directly proportional to his knowledge.”
― Liu Cixin, The Three-Body Problem

“Staying alive is not enough to guarantee survival. Development is the best way to ensure survival.”
― Liu Cixin, The Dark Forest