It was clear to all there gathered that power is a dreadful… - Stephen R. Donaldson

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It was clear to all there gathered that power is a dreadful thing, and that knowledge of power dims the seeing of the wise.

Stephen R. Donaldson

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About Stephen R. Donaldson

Stephen Reeder Donaldson (born May 13, 1947, in Cleveland) is an American fantasy, science fiction and mystery novelist. His works are noted for their use of complicated and often obscure language, a strong focus on characterization, and epic themes tied to a humanist world view.

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Pen Names: Reed Stephens

Alternative Names: Stephen Reeder Donaldson

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Do not hurt where holding is enough;
do not wound where hurting is enough;
do not maim where wounding is enough;
and kill not where maiming is enough;
the greatest warrior is he who does not need to kill.

You did not cause his despair. Had you treated him with distrust, you would have achieved nothing but the confirmation of his distress. Distrust—vindicates itself.

Retribution—ah, my friend, retribution is the sweetest of all sweet dark dreams.

It was clear to all there gathered that power is a dreadful thing, and that knowledge of power dims the seeing of the wise. - Stephen R. Donaldson

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