“Citizenship is an attitude, a state of mind, an emotional conviction that the whole is greater than the part...and that the part should be humbly proud to sacrifice itself that the whole may live.”
Book:Starship Troopers
Quote by Robert A. Heinlein
Work
Starship Troopers
Written by Robert A. Heinlein, this novel is set in a future where humanity has colonized space and is engaged in a war with an insect-like alien race. The story follows a young soldier's journey through the ranks of the Mobile Infantry, highlighting the challenges and responsibilities of military service. The novel is known for its exploration of political and social themes, including the concept of 'citizen soldiers' and the role of the individual within a larger collective. more
Author
Robert A. Heinlein
Robert A. Heinlein was an American science fiction writer, hailed as a master in the field of science fiction. His works have had a profound impact on the development of science fiction literature, with classics such as 'Starship Troopers' and 'The Time Machine'. more
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