“Better a life like a falling star, brief bright across the dark, than the long, long waiting of the immortals, loveless and cheerlessly wise.”
Book:The Broken Sword
Quote by Poul Anderson
Work
The Broken Sword
In this fantasy novel, a protagonist discovers a broken sword imbued with enigmatic abilities. The story follows their journey as they seek to understand the sword's origins and its potential to change their destiny. more
Author
Poul Anderson
Poul Anderson was an American science fiction author known for his rich imagination and profound insights into science fiction. His works span a wide range of genres from space opera to hard science fiction, having a profound impact on the development of science fiction literature. more
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