"It is quite possible for a work of literature to operate as a war machine upon its epoch."

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Source : Monique Wittig (1992). “The Straight Mind: And Other Essays”, Beacon Press (MA)

Monique Wittig

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“Temeraire-- Never fear; I am going; the Son of Heaven will not tolerate delays, and Barham gives me leave. Allegiance will carry us! Pray eat something --L.”

Source : Naomi Novik (2006). “Throne of Jade: A Novel of Temeraire”, p.60, Del Rey
“I think you have to include your legacy in everything that you do because it makes you proceed with a little more mindfulness when it comes to decision-making, and the lives that you will affect by your choices.”

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“People's perceptions of their status are just as important as their actual status.”

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“I am America. I am the part you won't recognize. But get used to me. Black, confident, cocky; my name, not yours; my religion, not yours; my goals, my own; get used to me.”
“I learned that surrounding myself with people who are able to help me is like being surrounded by tangible godliness.”
“Press coverage has been difficult for him. I did not set out to ensnare him with a child.”
“It's not my place to say how good I was because the thing is, every champion from every era is a great fighter and it's up to one person's interpretation to who is actually the best.”
“Walk by faith! Stop the plague of worry. Relax! Learn to say, "Lord, this is Your battle."”

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