Every man Quote by Murray Leinster
““Then everything was normal again, except that the liner was speeding for the planet Krim at something more than thirty times the speed of light. Normality extended through all the galaxy so far inhabited by men. There were worlds on which there was peace, and worlds on which there was tumult. There were busy, zestful young worlds, and languid, weary old ones. From the Near Rim to the farthest of occupied systems, planets circled their suns, and men lived on them, and every man took himself seriously and did not quite believe that the universe had existed before he was born or would long survive his loss. Time passed. Comets let out vast streamers like bridal veils and swept toward and around their suns. Some of them—one in ten thousand, or twenty—were possibly seen by human eyes. The liner bearing Hoddan sped through the void. In time it made a landfall on the Planet Krim.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Star Kings by Murray Leinster, 1949
A vast, varied galaxy is described, highlighting humanity’s diverse societies and their fleeting sense of normalcy amid cosmic scale.
In simple terms: The galaxy is full of different worlds and peoples, each with its own rhythm.
Key Takeaway
Recognize both the wonder and impermanence of human endeavors.
Themes
diversity
impermanence
humanity
exploration
cosmos
Mood
awe
contemplative
melancholic
Type
narrative
descriptive
philosophical
When to use this quote
- space travel
- first contact
- cultural exchange
- philosophical contemplation
- scientific observation
Key Concepts
sociology
philosophy
astrophysics
narrative perspective
science fiction
travel
colonization
cultural contrast
time perception
existential reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- How does the vastness of space affect our sense of purpose?
- What responsibilities arise from encountering diverse civilizations?
A Different Perspective
The description may romanticize humanity’s significance despite the indifferent universe.
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