“The quality of the will to power is, precisely, growth. Achievement is its cancellation. To be, the will to power must increase with each fulfillment, making the fulfillment only a step to a further one. The vaster the power gained the vaster the appetite for more.”
In this thought-provoking science fiction novel, a gifted psychologist is able to alter the dreams of his patients, thereby changing their waking lives. His experiments lead to profound questions about the nature of reality, the power of human will, and the potential consequences of tampering with the fabric of existence. more
Ursula K. Le Guin, born on October 21, 1929, is an esteemed American author of science fiction and fantasy. Known for her profound philosophical insights, rich imagination, and unique narrative style, Le Guin's works have won numerous literary awards and have had a significant impact on science fiction and fantasy literature. Her most famous works include the 'Earthsea' series and 'The Left Hand of Darkness', which have won her awards such as the Nebula and Hugo Awards, and she has also received the National Book Award for lifetime achievement for her contributions to literature. more
“Whenever there is authority, there is a natural inclination to disobedience.”
“If a person has no delicacy, he has you in his power.”
“Every man has enough power left to carry out that of which he is convinced.”
“Napoleon for the sake of a good name broke in pieces half the world.”
“The stupidity of men always invites the insolence of power.”
“Do the thing and you will have the power. But they that do not the thing, had not the power.”