“There are people.There are stories.The people think they shape the stories, but the reverse if often closer to the truth.Stories shape the world. They exist independently of people, and in places quite devoid of man, there may yet be mythologies.”

Alan Moore is a British writer and comic book creator. He is best known for his groundbreaking work on *Watchmen* and *The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen*, which redefined the medium with complex narratives and literary depth. His writing often explores themes of history, mythology, and societal critique.