Books are my friends, my companions. They make me laugh and cry and find
meaning in life.
Live in the present, remember the past, and fear not the future, for it doesn't exist and never shall. There is only now.
Books should go where they will be most appreciated, and not sit unread, gathering dust on a forgotten shelf, don't you agree?
Because you can't argue with all the fools in the world. It's easier to let them have their way, then trick them when they're not paying attention.
People have an annoying habit of remembering things they shouldn't.
Keep in mind that many people have died for their beliefs; it's actually quite common. The real courage is in living and suffering for what you believe.
Eragon looked back at him, confused. "I don't understand."
"Of course you don't," said Brom impatiently. "That's why I'm teaching you and not the other way around.
Without fear there cannot be courage.
The sea is emotion incarnate. It loves, hates, and weeps. It defies all attempts to capture it with words and rejects all shackles. No matter what you say about it, there is always that which you can't.