I own a book,' he thought, delighted (Paolini 291).

Never ask an elf for help; they might decide your better off dead, eh?" (Orik) (Eldest) (Page 207)

If any honor existed in war, it was in fighting to protect others from harm

Personally, I had a great education. My mum was a trained teacher, a Montessori teacher, and I know that I could not have written 'Eragon' if I had gone into a public school system because I would have just been too busy attending classes and doing homework - I wouldn't have had the time to write.

I believe, Eragon, that you are full of love and that you are looking for one who will reciprocate your affection. No shame exists in that.

Ah, pay no heed if your enemies laugh. They'll not be able to once you lop off their heads.

Saphira waved her tail, the tip whistling loudly. "I'm not asking you to. However, if we attack first, we may gain the advantage." "Have you gone crazy? They'll..." Eragon's voice trailed off as he thought about it. "They won't be able to do a thing." "Exactly," said Saphira. "We can inflict lots of damage from a safe height." "Let's drop rocks on them!