Richard K. Morgan
Born: 01-01-1965
Richard K. Morgan is a British author renowned for his gripping science fiction and fantasy novels. He gained international acclaim with his "Takeshi Kovacs" series, beginning with "Altered Carbon," which explores themes of identity and consciousness in a cyberpunk setting. Morgan's work often delves into complex, gritty worlds, blending action with philosophical inquiry. His storytelling prowess extends to graphic novels and video game writing, showcasing his versatile creative talent.
Book summaries for books written by Richard K. Morgan
Quotes
Your body's not who you are. The mind and the personality are the things that make you you.
Wealth and power are not the same thing.
The human desire to escape mortality is the driving force behind all progress.
There's a reason religion has always been such a powerful force in human society. It offers answers to questions we can't explain.
Love is just a chemical reaction, a temporary neural impulse.
In the end, it doesn't matter how many lifetimes you've lived. What matters is what you do with the time you have.
Power comes from knowledge, not from physical strength.
The past is just a story we tell ourselves. It has no power over us unless we let it.
Fear is the mind-killer. It paralyzes us and keeps us from living our lives to the fullest.
Sometimes, the only way to find the truth is to question everything you've ever known.
Life is a series of choices. We are defined by the choices we make.
Hate is a poison that consumes us from within. Let go of hate, and you'll find true freedom.