Man is capable of greatness, love, nobility, compassion. Yet never forget that his capacity for evil is infinite. It is a sad truth, boy, that if you…

- David Gemmell

There's no shame in fear. But understand this - the coward is ruled by fear, while the hero rides it like a wild stallion.

- David Gemmell

A warrior feeds his body well; he trains it; works on it. Where he lacks knowledge, he studies. But above all he must believe. He must believe in…

- David Gemmell

May all your dreams but one come true, for what is life without a dream?

- David Gemmell

Never violate a woman, nor harm a child. Do not lie, cheat or steal. These things are for lesser men. Protect the weak against the evil strong. And n…

- David Gemmell

Do not speak badly of yourself, for the warrior that is inside you hears your words and is lessened by them.

- David Gemmell

Trust your instincts, and make judgements on what your heart tells you. The heart will not betray you.

- David Gemmell

Some people have a gift for stupidity, an almost mystic ability to withstand any form of logic.

- David Gemmell

A man's strength is ultimately born of his knowledge of his own weakness.

- David Gemmell