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The Knight
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"The Knight" Quotes

"The Knight" by Gene Wolfe is a richly layered fantasy novel that follows a man who awakens in a strange, medieval world with no memory, embarking on a quest to uncover his identity and purpose amidst mysterious and magical challenges.

Quotes

He was a god, and I was an ant.

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powerhumility

In war, the first casualty is always truth.

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wartruth

A true knight fights not for glory or riches, but for justice and honor.

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knighthoodjusticehonor

Sometimes it is better to be feared than loved.

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The path of righteousness is often a lonely one.

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righteousnessloneliness

Sometimes the most dangerous enemy is the one you least suspect.

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dangerdeception

A knight's duty is to protect the weak and defend the innocent.

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knighthoodduty

The path to greatness is paved with perseverance and determination.

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greatnessperseverance

To conquer oneself is the greatest victory of all.

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self-disciplinevictory

Honor is not given, it is earned.

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