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“All you have the right to ask of life is to choose a battle in this war, make the best you can, and leave the field with honor.”

Quote by Leon Uris

Book:MILA 18

Work

MILA 18

This novel delves into the harrowing experiences of individuals caught in the midst of war, highlighting the resilience and suffering of the Chinese people during the Second Sino-Japanese War. more

Author

Leon Uris

Leon Uris was a renowned American novelist, born on August 3, 1924, in New York City. Known for his historical novels, Uris was celebrated for his vivid imagination and profound depiction of historical events. His works often focused on the history and experiences of Jews, with novels like 'Mishael' and 'The Angry God' becoming particularly famous. more

“But the reason I call myself by my childhood name is to remind myself that a scientist must also be absolutely like a child. If he sees a thing, he must say that he sees it, whether it was what he thought he was going to see or not. See first, think later, then test. But always see first. Otherwise you will only see what you were expecting.”

Ifs Thinking Firsts Children Reason Names Childhood Tests Scientist Expecting

Book:So Long, and Thanks for All the Fish

Source: So Long, and Thanks for All the Fish

“So much the worse for those who fear wine, for it is because they have some bad thoughts which they are afraid the liquor will extract from their hearts.”

Heart Wine Liquor Bad Thoughts Monte Cristo

Book:The Count Of Monte Cristo (Unabridged)

Source: The Count Of Monte Cristo (Unabridged)

“Why do you mention my father?' screamed he; 'Why do you mingle a recollection of him with the affairs of today?' Because I am he who saved your father's life when he wished to destroy himself, as you do today-because I am the man who sent the purse to your young sister, and the Paraon to Old Morrel-because I am the Edmond Dantes who nursed you, a child, on my knees.”

Men Children Today Young Father Affair Saved Knees Nurse Purses Recollection

Author:Alexandre Dumas

“Life hinges on many factors we cannot control. Two of the most important factors, we can control. We can manage our relationships-and what is life but a series of relationships?-and we can correct our mistakes, here on earth within our life span.”