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Robin Hobb

Robin Hobb

Born: 03-04-1952

Robin Hobb is the pen name of Margaret Astrid Lindholm Ogden, an acclaimed American fantasy author renowned for her richly detailed worlds and character-driven narratives. Best known for her "Farseer Trilogy," Hobb has captivated readers with her intricate storytelling and deep exploration of human emotion. With a career spanning decades, she has become a seminal figure in fantasy literature, earning accolades for her contributions to the genre.

Quotes

Sometimes it is the smallest things that hold the greatest power.

Robin Hobb

power

In every battle, there comes a time when both sides consider themselves beaten, then he who continues the attack wins.

Robin Hobb

perseverance

The greatest ignorance is to reject something you know nothing about.

Robin Hobb

ignorance

There is a fine line between stubbornness and courage.

Robin Hobb

courage

It is the nature of ambition to make men blind to all but the attainment of their goal.

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ambition

The truth is not always beautiful, nor beautiful words the truth.

Robin Hobb

truth

Sometimes a man must choose between what is right and what is easy.

Robin Hobb

morality

The measure of a man is not in how he gets knocked to the mat, it is in how he gets up.

Robin Hobb

resilience

A wise man does not waste his energy on fighting battles he knows he cannot win.

Robin Hobb

wisdom

There is no greater strength than the ability to understand and accept your own weaknesses.

Robin Hobb

strength

The wounds that cannot be seen are often the deepest.

Robin Hobb

emotional pain

Fear is a powerful weapon, but even the most powerful weapon can be turned against its wielder.

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fear