Baptism of Fire (The Witcher, #3)

by Andrzej Sapkowski

Men are psychologically unstable, too prone to emotions; not to be relied upon in moments of crisis.”

Ambition is the undoing of men. They always want what they know to be impossible and unattainable. And they are unaware of the attainable.”

“Ignorance”—Regis smiled—“is no justification for ill-conceived actions. When one doesn’t know or has doubts it’s best to seek advice…”