23 Quotes by Brian Herbert
Brian Herbert, born on June 29, 1947, is an American author known for his contributions to the science fiction genre, particularly for his work in expanding and continuing the "Dune" series originally created by his father, Frank Herbert. Brian Herbert co-authored several prequels and sequels to the original "Dune" novels, including "Dune: House Atreides" and "Dune: The Battle of Corrin," bringing new depth and exploring uncharted aspects of the "Dune" universe. His writing captures the epic scale, intricate world-building, and philosophical themes that made the original series so beloved. Beyond his work on "Dune," Herbert has penned numerous science fiction novels, displaying his own imaginative storytelling abilities. He has also collaborated with other authors and contributed to anthologies, further expanding his literary repertoire. Brian Herbert's dedication to continuing his father's legacy and his ability to craft compelling narratives within established universes have earned him a dedicated fan base and solidified his place as a respected science fiction author in his own right.
Brian Herbert Quotes
The capacity to learn is a gift; The ability to learn is a skill; The willingness to learn is a choice.
Any school for free citizens must begin by teaching distrust, not trust. It must teach questioning, not acceptance of stock answers.
It's so much more interesting to study a damaged world. I find it difficult to learn anything in a place that's too civilized.
Facts mean nothing when they are preempted by appearance. Do not underestimate the power of impression over reality.
Life is filled with tests, one after another, and if you don't recognize them, you are certain to fail the most important ones.
Simplicity is the most difficult of all concepts.
It is astonishing how foolish humans can be in groups, especially when they follow their leader without question.
The Universe operates on a basic principle of economics: everything has its cost. We pay to create our future, we pay for the mistakes of the past. We pay for every change we make and we pay just as dearly if we refuse to change.
The man who sees an opportunity and does nothing is asleep with his eyes open.
There is no man so blind as one who has made up his mind. (Meaning)
No person can ever know everything that is in the heart of another. We are all Face Dancers in our souls.
"Never underestimate the power of the human mind to believe what it wants to believe, no matter the conflicting evidence."
Wounds make better lessons than lectures.
The first step in innovation is to know that a thing can be created. After that, the rest is a matter of detail.
Let the future remain uncertain, for that is the canvas to receive our desires.
Anything imagined can be made real given sufficient genius.
In the heat of battle, heroes emerge, sometimes from the most unlikely of sources.
An ignorant friend is worse than a learned foe.
Freedom is an elusive concept. Some men hold themselves prisoner even when they have the power to do as they please and go where they choose, while others are free in their hearts, even as shackles restrain them.
Fear invites aggression - do not show it to a predator.
The more tightly packed the group, the greater the need for strict social ranks and orders.
Humans are different in private than in the presence of others. While the private persona merges into the social persona in varying degrees, the union is never complete. Something is always held back.
Opportunities are a tricky crop, with tiny flowers that are difficult to see and even more difficult to harvest.
Let pressure pass over and through you. That way you can't be harmed by it.
― Brian Herbert Quotes
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