Fame or infamy, either one is preferable to being forgotten when you have passed from this realm. Christopher Paolini More Quotes by Christopher Paolini More Quotes From Christopher Paolini It's better to ask forgiveness than permission. - Brom Christopher Paolini eragonasking-for-forgivenesspermission You've seen things through my eyes. Christopher Paolini through-my-eyeseye Saphira waved her tail, the tip whistling loudly. "I'm not asking you to. However, if we attack first, we may gain the advantage." "Have you gone crazy? They'll..." Eragon's voice trailed off as he thought about it. "They won't be able to do a thing." "Exactly," said Saphira. "We can inflict lots of damage from a safe height." "Let's drop rocks on them! Christopher Paolini rocksvoicecrazy Half way down, he encountered Saphira, who had jammed her head and neck as far up the stair as she could, gouging the wood in her frenzy. Little one. She flicked out her tongue and caught him on the hand with its rough tip. He smiled. Then she arched her neck and tried to pull back, but to no avail. What's wrong? I'm stuck. You're... He could not help it;he laughed even though it hurt. The situation was too absurd. Christopher Paolini halfhurthands The songs of the dead are the lamentations of the living. Christopher Paolini lamentationeldestsong Keep in mind that many people have died for their beliefs; it's actually quite common. The real courage is in living and suffering for what you believe. Christopher Paolini realcouragebelieve I have 20 or 30 books completely plotted out in my mind - mysteries, thrillers, horror, romance, science fiction. You name it. Christopher Paolini romancenamesbook After all, how can a mere dragon expect to tell a man like yourself what to do? In fact, everyone should stand in awe of your brilliance of finding the only dead end. - Saphira Christopher Paolini dragonsmenfacts How noble. Oh we would fell many...-you with magic and blade, whilst my weapons would be tooth and claw-but it would be futile in the end. They are too numerous.... We cannot defeat them, only be defeated. - Saphira Christopher Paolini teethmagicwould-be ...life is in Fate's hands now. You made your choice to stay... it's too late to change that, so stop agonizing over it.... You're making my scales itch. Saphira, from "Eragon Christopher Paolini fateworryhands Life is both pain and pleasure. If this is the price you must pay for the hours you enjoy, is it too much? Christopher Paolini paintoo-muchpay Let'sss just kill him," said the shorter Ra'zac. "He has caused us much grief." The taller one ran his finger down his sword. "A good plan. But remember, the king's instructions were to keep them alive." -from Eragon, Chapter Title: The Ra'zac's Revenge. Christopher Paolini griefrevengekings Shall we dance,friend of my heart?" We shall, little one. Christopher Paolini my-heartheartlittles But ask yourself this Eragon: If gods exist, have they been good custodians of alagaesia? Death, sickness, poverty, tyranny and countless other miseries stalk the land. If this is the handiwork of divine beings, then they are to be rebelled against and overthrown, not given obeisance, obedience, and reverance. Christopher Paolini custodianspovertyland Because you can't argue with all the fools in the world. It's easier to let them have their way, then trick them when they're not paying attention. Christopher Paolini smarthumorworld Too late. It's hatched. Christopher Paolini latetoo-late One part brave, three parts fool! Christopher Paolini heroismthreebrave It is foolish to conjure up woe where none exists. Christopher Paolini woefoolish To have a child is the greatest honor and responsibility that can be bestowed upon any living being. - Arya Christopher Paolini responsibilityhonorchildren I believe, Eragon, that you are full of love and that you are looking for one who will reciprocate your affection. No shame exists in that. Christopher Paolini affectionshamebelieve