Stephen R. Donaldson

Quotes

• ““One word more,” Foul said, “a final caution: Do not forget whom to fear at the last. I have had to be content with killing and torment. But now my plans are laid, and I have begun. I shall not rest until I have eradicated hope from the Earth. Think on that, and be dismayed!””
• “In war men pass like shadows that stain the grass,Leaving their lives upon the green:While Earth bewails the crimson sheen,Men’s dreams and stars and whispers all helpless pass.”
• “It was clear to all there gathered that power is a dreadful thing, and that knowledge of power dims the seeing of the wise.”
• “In accepting a gift you honor the giver.”
• ““Why? Why do you trust me?”The Hirebrand’s eyes gleamed as if he were on the verge of tears, but he was smiling as he said, “You are a man who knows the value of beauty.””
• “Foamfollower’s question caught him wandering. “Are you a storyteller, Thomas Covenant?”Absently, he replied, “I was, once.”“And you gave it up? Ah, that is as sad a tale in three words as any you might have told me. But a life without a tale is like a sea without salt. How do you live?”…“I live.”“Another?” Foamfollower returned. “In two words, a story sadder than the first. Say no more—with one word you will make me weep.””

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