“When a warrior fights not for himself, but for his brothers, when his most passionately sought goal is neither glory nor his own life's preservation, but to spend his substance for them, his comrades, not to abandon them, not to prove unworthy of them, then his heart truly has achieved contempt for death, and with that he transcends himself and his actions touch the sublime. That is why the true warrior cannot speak of battle save to his brothers who have been there with him. The truth is too holy, too sacred, for words." -Suicide (Gates of Fire)”
Quote by Steven Pressfield
Work
Gates of Fire: An Epic Novel of the Battle of Thermopylae
Gates of Fire is a novel that reimagines the events of the Battle of Thermopylae, focusing on the Greek warriors' defense against the Persian army. The book is known for its epic storytelling and detailed portrayal of the ancient conflict. more
Author
Steven Pressfield
Steven Pressfield, born in 1943, is a renowned author known for his historical and war novels. His works are highly appreciated for their deep historical insights and vivid depiction of war scenes. more
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