“Herein lies the heart and soul of the nations.
Their right to be free men,
Their desire to live in peace,
Their courage to seek out truth,
Herein lies the Sword of Shannara.”

—  Terry Brooks, book The Sword of Shannara

Source: The Sword of Shannara

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