Quotes from The Autumn Republic

Brian McClellan ·  580 pages

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“I would die for my country. But I’d rather kill for it. Ready your troops. We march!”
― Brian McClellan, quote from The Autumn Republic


“I’ve met dozens of officers who think their immaculate mustache can move the world.”
― Brian McClellan, quote from The Autumn Republic


“And there, among the ruined splendor of Skyline Palace, Adamat saw a god weep for the hero of Adro.”
― Brian McClellan, quote from The Autumn Republic


“Not knowing one’s weaknesses gets people killed.”
― Brian McClellan, quote from The Autumn Republic


“After the adrenaline had worn off and medals had been awarded and the glory meted out, only the suffering remained after a battle.”
― Brian McClellan, quote from The Autumn Republic



“There are always two sides to everything he says and does, just as there are two sides to Brude himself.”
― Brian McClellan, quote from The Autumn Republic


“the ceiling was a mural showing some ancient hero making a deal with a two-faced celestial being.”
― Brian McClellan, quote from The Autumn Republic


“Always ask why. It’s not enough to know the what of something.”
― Brian McClellan, quote from The Autumn Republic


About the author

Brian McClellan
Born place: in Cleveland
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