"Are you going to go down on your knees and beg for your life, old one?" Abbot Mortimer stared calmly into Cluny's savage eye. "I will never bend my knee on my own behalf. However, if I thought I could save the life of one of my friends I would gladly fall down on both knees. But I know you, Cluny, better than you know yourself. There is not a scrap of pity or mercy in your heart, only a burning desire for vengeance. Therefore, I will not kneel to one who is consumed by evil."
About Brian Jacques
Brian Jacques — Life and Legacy
Brian Jacques was a celebrated British author, best known for his enchanting Redwall series that captivated readers with its blend of adventure, friendship, and richly detailed characters. His storytelling often reflects a deep understanding of camaraderie and the trials faced by his characters, as seen in quotes like, 'The best way to make a friend is to be one.' This perspective underscores his belief in the power of connection and loyalty. Jacques's narratives are filled with thrilling adventures, where characters embark on quests that test their courage and resolve. He often writes about the importance of teamwork, illustrating that success is often a collective effort. For instance, he conveys that 'Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much,' highlighting how collaboration can lead to greater achievements. His quotes continue to resonate with readers today, as they reflect timeless values of friendship and bravery. Jacques's ability to weave these themes into compelling stories not only entertains but also inspires readers to embrace their own adventures and the bonds they form along the way.
Quote collection
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"The young mouse's eyes snapped open, clear and bright. He swung the ancient sword high and struck at the giant adder. He struck for Redwall! He struck against evil! He struck for Martin! He struck for Log-a-Log and his shrews! He struck for dead Guosim! He struck as Methuselah would have wanted him to! He struck against Cluny the Scourge and tyranny! He struck out against Captain Snow's ridicule! He struck for the world of light and freedom! He struck until his paws ached and the sword fell from them!"
"Don't be ashamed to weep; 'tis right to grieve. Tears are only water, and flowers, trees, and fruit cannot grow without water. But there must be sunlight also. A wounded heart will heal in time, and when it does, the memory and love of our lost ones is sealed inside to comfort us."
"You will find joy, frustration and sorrow in your quest. Never forget that friendship and loyalty are more precious than riches...Happiness can be brief, but it knows no time in the land of dreams."
"The more 'otter it is, the more 'otter otters likes it"
"All little creatures are beautiful...every living thing when it first sees life is born in beauty. What they grow to be is a different matter."
"Courage is the moment when an ordinary being becomes an extraordinary being."
"When the sun sets like fire, I will think of you, when the moon casts its light, I'll remember, too, if a soft rain falls gently, I'll stand in this place, recalling the last time, I saw your kind face. Good fortune go with you, to your journey's end, let the waters run calmly, for you, my dear friend."
"Each of us is born to follow a star, be it bright and shining or dark and fated. Sometimes the path of these stars will cross, bringing love or hatred. However, if you look up at the skies on a clear night, out of all the countless lights that twinkle and shine, there will come one. That star will be seen in a blaze, burning a path of light across the roof of the earth, a great comet."
"The advice I continually give to young writers is this, "Learn to paint pictures with words." Not just once upon a time, but ... In the long secret dust of ages, beneath a blue forgotten sky, where trade winds caress the sun bleached shores of unknown realms ... See, as much as there are words in poetry, there is a poetry in words. Use it, stay faithful to the path you have set your heart upon and follow it."
"I enjoy walking my dog and completing crossword puzzles."
"So here is my story, may it bring Some smiles and a tear or so, It happened once upon a time, Far away, and long ago, Outside the night wind keens and wails, Come listen to me, the Teller of Tales!"
"Aha! Today I shall become an author! And I will auth and auth and auth and make a squillion dollars, whoopee!"
"Fate is fickle, and the company of unwilling friends short lived."
"Where's the point in fighting and slaying if you can make a friend out of anybeast instead of a foe?"
"In our imaginations we can go anywhere. Travel with me to Redwall in Mossflower country."
"Friar Hugo, old friend, brace yourself. I am the bearer of tragic news!" Alarm spread across Hugo's pudgy features. "Tell me, Jess. What dreadful thing has happened?" Jess spoke haltingly in a broken voice. "I fear that Cluny has tore up one of your oldest and most venerable dishrags. Alas, Redwall will never see it wipe another plate."
"Even the strongest and bravest must sometimes weep. It shows they have a great heart, one that can feel compassion for others." —Cornflower"
"A wounded heart will heal in time, and when it does, the memory and love of our lost ones is sealed inside to comfort us."
"Defend the weak, protect both young and old, never desert your friends. Give justice to all, be fearless in battle and always ready to defend the right." —The law of Badger Lords"