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“He thought often about saving the bridgemen. And yet, as he considered, he realized that he often framed saving them in terms of saving himself. He told himself he wouldn’t let them die, because he knew what it would do to them if they did. When he lost men, the wretch threatened to take over because of how much Kaladin hated failing.”

Quote by Brandon Sanderson

Book:The Way of Kings (1 of 5) [Dramatized Adaptation]
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Brandon Sanderson
Brandon Sanderson

Brandon Sanderson, born in December 1975, is a renowned science fiction and fantasy writer in the United States. His works are known for their rich imagination, complex character development, and profound philosophical insights. His representative works include the 'Mistborn' trilogy and the 'The Stormlight Archive' series, among others. more

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