“But we do not choose our deaths. The Norns do that at the foot of Yggdrasil and I imagined one of those three Fates holding the shears above my thread. She was ready to cut, and all that mattered now was to keep tight hold of my sword so that the winged women would take me to Valhalla's feasting-hall.”
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Bernard Cornwell, born on February 23, 1944, is a renowned British historical novelist. His works, set in medieval England, are particularly known for their vivid depiction of warfare and knightly life, enjoying great popularity among readers. more
“We ought to live in the marvellous light.”
“You can shine wherever you are.”
“Act on your instinct. It is the spirit of your divinity.”
“You have to be passionately curious in life.”
“Rather blessings, after counting my misfortunes, I realized how the more blessed I am.”
“circumstances and destiny together play role to our foundation”
“I'm dead?" "That body is... yes.”