Christopher Paolini Quotes

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  • Live in the present, remember the past, and fear not the future, for it doesn't exist and never shall. There is only now.

    Christopher Paolini (2014). “The Inheritance Cycle Complete Collection: Eragon, Eldest, Brisingr, Inheritance”, p.1032, Knopf Books for Young Readers
  • Let no one rule your mind or body. Take special care that your thoughts remain unfettered... Give men your ear, but not your heart. Show respect for those in power, but don't follow them blindly. Judge with logic and reason, but comment not. Consider none your superior in life. Treat all fairly or they will seek revenge. Be careful with your money. Hold fast to your beliefs and others will listen.

    "Eragon". Book by Christopher Paolini, 2003.
  • I cannot prove that gods do not exist. Nor can I prove that the world and everything in it was not created by an entity or entities in the distant past. But I can tell you that in the millennia we elves have studied nature, we have never witnessed an instance where the rules that govern the world have been broken. That is, we have never seen a miracle. Many events have defied our ability to explain, but we are convinced that we failed because we are still woefully ignorant about the universe and not because a deity altered the workings of nature.

  • The debate raged on for so long, at last Saphira had interrupted with a roar that shook the walls of the command tent. Then she said, I am sore and tired, and Eragon is doing a poor job of explaining himself. We have better things to do than stand around yammering like jackdaws, no? ... Good now listen to me. It was reflected Eragon, hard to argue with a dragon.

    Christopher Paolini (2014). “The Inheritance Cycle Complete Collection: Eragon, Eldest, Brisingr, Inheritance”, p.1435, Knopf Books for Young Readers
  • People have an annoying habit of remembering things they shouldn't.

    Christopher Paolini (2014). “The Inheritance Cycle Complete Collection: Eragon, Eldest, Brisingr, Inheritance”, p.213, Knopf Books for Young Readers
  • They enveloped each other within the folds of their thoughts, holding each other with an intimacy no physical embrace could replicate, allowing their identities to merge once again. Their greatest comfort was a simple one: they were no longer alone. To know that you were with the one who cared for you, and who understood every fiber of your being, and who would not abandon you even in the most desperate of circumstances, that was the most precious relationship a person could have, and they both cherished it.

  • Whatever you make, base it upon that which is most important to you. Only then will it have depth and meaning, and only then will it resonate with others.

    Christopher Paolini (2014). “The Inheritance Cycle Complete Collection: Eragon, Eldest, Brisingr, Inheritance”, p.1142, Knopf Books for Young Readers
  • You'll enjoy it. There is much you can learn from books and scrolls," said Jeod. He gestured at the walls. "These books are my friends, my companions. They make me laugh and cry and find meaning in life." "It sounds intriguing," admitted Eragon. "Always the scholar, aren't you?" asked Brom. Jeod shrugged. "Not anymore. I'm afraid I've degenerated into a bibliophile.

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    Christopher Paolini (2011). “Eragon, Eldest, Brisingr Omnibus”, p.111, Random House
  • I built two forges when I was in my teens. I was just really, really into metalworking and making stuff.

  • He tapped one of the ivory spikes between his legs and said, 'There be as good a way to lose your manhood as ever I've seen'.

    Christopher Paolini (2014). “The Inheritance Cycle Complete Collection: Eragon, Eldest, Brisingr, Inheritance”, p.1259, Knopf Books for Young Readers
  • It is better to be taught to think critically than to be told on what to believe.

  • It got so that when he closed his eyes, letters and words danced in his mind. He thought of little else during that time.

    Christopher Paolini (2014). “The Inheritance Cycle Complete Collection: Eragon, Eldest, Brisingr, Inheritance”, p.257, Knopf Books for Young Readers
  • I have 20 or 30 books completely plotted out in my mind - mysteries, thrillers, horror, romance, science fiction. You name it.

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  • Too late. It's hatched.

  • Why?' - Nasuada 'You know why' - Murtagh

  • They have not the heart for this battle. So think of your families, think of your homes, and remember it is they you are fighting for.

  • Kvetha, Shur'tugal Greetings, Dragon Rider

  • In my writing, I strive for a lyrical beauty somewhere between Tolkien at his best and Seamus Heaney's translation of Beowulf.

    "An Hour with Paolini". Christopher Paolini's talk/question panel at the Christchurch Armageddon Expo in New Zealand, impishidea.com. June 30, 2012.
  • Better to see widely than to see too closely and allow some feature of place or situation to catch you unawares. Do you understand?

    Christopher Paolini (2012). “Inheritance Deluxe Edition (The Inheritance Cycle, Book 4)”, Knopf Books for Young Readers
  • Eragon. Is that all you say? Yes.

  • Keep in mind, Eragon, that no one thinks himself a villain, and few make decisions they think are wrong. A person may dislike his choice, but he will stand by it because, even in the worst circumstances, he believes that it was the best option available to him at the time.

    Christopher Paolini (2014). “The Inheritance Cycle Complete Collection: Eragon, Eldest, Brisingr, Inheritance”, p.1021, Knopf Books for Young Readers
  • Love can be a terrible curse, Eragon. It can make you overlook even the largest flaws in a person's behavior.

  • It s funny to see a hatchling like you beaten by the old one.

    Christopher Paolini (2014). “The Inheritance Cycle Complete Collection: Eragon, Eldest, Brisingr, Inheritance”, p.149, Knopf Books for Young Readers
  • The sea is emotion incarnate. It loves, hates, and weeps. It defies all attempts to capture it with words and rejects all shackles. No matter what you say about it, there is always that which you can't.

    Christopher Paolini (2014). “The Inheritance Cycle Complete Collection: Eragon, Eldest, Brisingr, Inheritance”, p.210, Knopf Books for Young Readers
  • Some troubles no one else should have to endure,especially not those you love.

    Christopher Paolini (2014). “The Inheritance Cycle Complete Collection: Eragon, Eldest, Brisingr, Inheritance”, p.1969, Knopf Books for Young Readers
  • The greatest enemy is one that has nothing to lose.

  • Root of a tree, fruit of a vine, let me pass by this blood of mine.

    Christopher Paolini (2014). “The Inheritance Cycle Complete Collection: Eragon, Eldest, Brisingr, Inheritance”, p.1034, Knopf Books for Young Readers
  • A good compromise leaves everyone angry.

    Christopher Paolini (2014). “The Inheritance Cycle Complete Collection: Eragon, Eldest, Brisingr, Inheritance”, p.978, Knopf Books for Young Readers
  • The best remedy for what ails me is being with you here under the sun.

    Christopher Paolini (2014). “The Inheritance Cycle Complete Collection: Eragon, Eldest, Brisingr, Inheritance”, p.1604, Knopf Books for Young Readers
  • Of course you like him; everyone enjoys flattery.

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