If you want to write something completely unique, you will probably fail or at best write something without redeeming value. The mind works in certain patterns: the mind organizes facts in story form; it is your commonality with that body of human thought that makes a good book, not its estrangement from the common values that humans share.

The heavens listen to what is said on these cobbles. Laws of man and nature come together here. Here you must be firm. Here you must be true.

Gods are nothing without their worshipers; they act on the affairs and the passions of men.

To take care of the world seemed, finally, a privilege rather than a burden. The Riddler had led them to life's greatest victory. They had found a home.

When you give death, you give of your own life - every time.

So well do I love you, I go to my god singing your praises. When I meet my father, I will tell him I fought beside you.

Shed your mortal skin and let me take you beneath the waves.