So much universe, and so little time.

Some people think this is paranoia, but it isn't. Paranoids only think everyone is out to get them. Wizards know it.

The figures looked more or less human. And they were engaged in religion. You could tell by the knives (it's not murder if you do it for a god).

I get it,' said the prisoner. 'Good Cop, Bad Cop, eh?' If you like.' said Vimes. 'But we're a bit short staffed here, so if I give you a cigarette would you mind kicking yourself in the teeth?

I used to think that I was stupid, and then I met philosophers.

He helped the Librarian up. There was a red glow in the ape's eyes. It had tried to steal his books. This was probably the best proof any wizard could require that the trolleys were brainless.

It was sad music. But it waved its sadness like a battle flag. It said the universe had done all it could, but you were still alive.