Men who were used to subordinating others to their wills we… - Sean Russell

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Men who were used to subordinating others to their wills were invariably surprised by rebellion—as though this imaginary prison they created was, in fact, real.

Sean Russell

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Sean Russell (born 30 January 1952) is a Canadian writer of fantasy, and of historical novels featuring the Royal Navy.

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Alternative Names: Sean Thomas Russell • S. Thomas Russell

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Not only had he become adept at predicting the behavior of others, but he could predict his own behavior just as well. He no longer surprised himself. It was one of the saddest things about aging.

"Tristam," the old man said softly. "If I may be completely candid, you are the poorest liar. Lack of experience, no doubt—which is to your credit."

Never, he said firmly, be intimidated by a person because of the size of house in which they were born.

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