“Give me the judgment of balanced minds in preference to laws every time. Codes and manuals create patterned behavior. All patterned behavior tends to go unquestioned, gathering destructive momentum.”
Book:Chapterhouse: Dune
Quote by Frank Herbert
Work
Chapterhouse: Dune
This novel is a prequel to Frank Herbert's classic 'Dune,' delving into the origins of the spice and the rise of the Fremen. It intertwines complex political intrigue with a rich tapestry of religious and ecological ideas. more
Author
Frank Herbert
Frank Herbert, born on October 8, 1920, was an influential science fiction author from the United States. His masterpiece 'Dune' is considered a classic in the science fiction genre and has had a profound impact on literature and society. more
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