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Sam Bourne

Sam Bourne

Born: 01-01-1967

Sam Bourne is the pen name of Jonathan Freedland, a British journalist and author known for his gripping thrillers. Bourne's writing blends intricate plots with political intrigue, drawing on his extensive experience as a columnist and broadcaster. He has written bestsellers such as "The Righteous Men" and "The Last Testament," captivating readers with his ability to weave suspenseful narratives that are both thought-provoking and entertaining.

Book summaries for books written by Sam Bourne

Quotes

History is written by the victors, and the victors are never the victims.

Sam Bourne

historyperspective

The truth is the first casualty of war.

Sam Bourne

truthwar

Justice is the handmaiden of power.

Sam Bourne

justicepower

Sometimes, the only way to get justice is to take it.

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justice

The line between good and evil is never straight.

Sam Bourne

good vs. evil

Fear is the currency of control.

Sam Bourne

fearcontrol

Trust is like a mirror: once it's broken, you can never look at it the same way again.

Sam Bourne

trust

In war, the first casualty is always the truth.

Sam Bourne

truthwar

Patriotism is the last refuge of a scoundrel.

Sam Bourne

patriotism

The only thing we learn from history is that we never learn from history.

Sam Bourne

historylearning

The end justifies the means.

Sam Bourne

morality

There is no good or evil, only power and those too weak to seek it.

Sam Bourne

power