Better to die than to live in fear.

There are decades in the making of the one man of renown; Multitudes that go unnoticed who must wreathe for him a crown.

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.

Do not dwell on what once was, but rather look forward and ponder how you can make the future brighter

I built two forges when I was in my teens. I was just really, really into metalworking and making stuff.

She gave him a wan smile. "And then you came, Eragon. You and Saphira. After hope had deserted me and I was about to be taken to Galbatorix in Uru'baen, a Rider appeared to rescue me. A rider and a dragon!" "And Morzan's son," he said. "Both of Morzan's sons." "Describe it how you will, it was such an improbable rescue, I occasionally think that I did go mad and that I've imagined everything since.