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“What happens to you, Uhtred, is what you make happen. You will grow, you will learn the sword, you will learn the way of the shield wall, you will learn the oar, you will give honor to the gods, and then you will use what you have learned to make your life good or bad.”

Quote by Bernard Cornwell

Book:The Last Kingdom
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The Last Kingdom

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Bernard Cornwell
Bernard Cornwell

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

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“He lowered his voice. "You are a true shield-maiden; you do not turn from a scar on a man's face."I looked at him and did not lower my eyes. "My father was an ealdorman, and his brother ealdorman after him. He taught me that a scar is the badge of honour of the warrior, and this I believe."He regarded me for a long moment. "I think I am glad we did not face your father and his brother in battle," he said, "for they were of better stuff than what we have found here."In saying this, he gave my dead kinsmen much praise. I felt that praise came rarely from the Danes, and took a strange pleasure in hearing him say this. I did not speak, but he lifted his cup to me, and I again took up mine. - Sidroc the Dane to Ceridwen”

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Book:The Circle of Ceridwen
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