Skilgannon Quotes & Sayings

It does not manifest so that you can believe in it. You believe in it so that it can manifest. — Lauren Zimmerman

An odd thing occurs in the minds of Americans when Indian civilization in mentioned: little or nothing. — Paula Gunn Allen

Jeff Selingo is one of the most respected observers of American higher education ... Not all will agree with his observations, conclusions, predictions and recommendations, but all will gain from this thoughtful, well-written, provocative volume. I highly recommend it. — David J. Skorton

You were a warrior, Lantern. Such men are not renowned for understanding the infinite shades of gray that govern the actions of men. Black and white are your colors." "Scholars tend to overcomplicate matters," said Skilgannon. "If a man runs at you with a sword it would be foolish to spend time wondering what led him to such action. Was his childhood scarred by a cruel father? Did his wife leave him for another man? Was he perhaps misinformed about your intentions, and therefore has attacked you in error?" Skilgannon laughed. "Warriors need black and white, Elder Brother. Shades of gray would kill them." "True," admitted the abbot, "and yet a greater understanding that there are shades of gray would prevent many wars beginning. — David Gemmell

I love documentaries and I watch documentaries to no end. — Michael Pena

Our vision is to rediscover the spirit of the Renaissance, create a new discipline where engineering for cultural heritage is actually a symbol of blending art and science together. — Maurizio Seracini

War of aggression, war which does not imply defense of one's country, is a collective crime. — Carlos Saavedra Lamas

Smee, you are a supreme idjit."
"Aye, Cap'n. — Ridley Pearson

It has been said that nature does not know extinction. In effect, it knows only change: nothing ever truly disappears, for there is always something - some part, some particle, some formidable semblance - left behind. You can boil water into vapor, but it hasn't disappeared. Curiosity killed the cat, but condensation brought it back. — Ronald Malfi

Every child needs a father. Even if he turns out to be Darth Vader. — Jackson Radcliffe

Whoever considers the number of absurd and ridiculous oaths necessary to be taken at present in most countries, on being admitted into any society or profession whatever, will be less surprised to find prevarication still prevailing, where perjury has led the way. — Guillaume-Thomas Francois Raynal

Most pleasures are best as a seasoning, not the main course. p. 374 — Brandon Mull