How we cite our quotes: (Chapter in Roman Numerals.Page #.Panel #) or if the excerpt is from an interstitial section, then: (Chapter A-K.Page #)
Quote #7
“Why does my perception of time distress you? […] Everything is preordained. Even my responses” (IX.5.2).
Heavy stuff, all this Fate vs. Free Will talk. Do you really believe Dr. Manhattan when he says this? Discuss amongst yourselves.
Quote #8
“Time is simultaneous, an intricately structured jewel that humans insist on viewing one edge at a time, when the whole design is visible in every facet” (IX.7.6).
If time is the 4th dimension, then, um, uh, are there any astrophysicists in the house? This sure is a beautiful metaphor, we can tell you that much.
Quote #9
“The ensuing vision transformed me. Wading through powdered history, I heard dead kings walking underground; heard fanfares sound through human skulls” (XI.10.7).
As much as we sometimes hate to admit it, so much of what we learn comes directly from our parents, teachers, and others from previous generations. Even Veidt, the smartest person in the world, doesn’t claim to be self-made.