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The quote suggests that large historical events can hinge on very personal feelings and relationships. It points to the idea that human emotions can have far-reaching consequences. The wording also treats that connection as surprising and remarkable.
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About Robin Hobb
American speculative fiction writer
Margaret Astrid Lindholm Ogden, known by the pen names Robin Hobb and Megan Lindholm, is an American writer of speculative fiction. She is best known for her fantasy novels set in the Realm of the Elderlings, including the Farseer, Liveship Traders, Tawny Man, Rain Wild Chronicles, and Fitz and the Fool series. Writing as Megan Lindholm, she has also published urban fantasy and science fiction, including Wizard of the Pigeons and short stories. By 2018, her fiction had been translated into 22 languages and sold more than 4 million copies.
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Books by Robin Hobb
Assassin's Apprentice
2003
Assassin's Quest
1997
Asesino Real
2004
Mad Ship
1999
Shaman's Crossing
2005