Parole di luce

The detailed magic system and vast setting are impressive, but I wonder how he ensures the story remains engaging on a personal level. Did he plan this balance from the start, or did it evolve during writing?

The story weaves through so many perspectives and locations that it was hard to keep track at times. Was this complexity necessary for the story’s themes, or could it have been streamlined?

Their moral struggles and ideals add depth to the story. I wonder if Sanderson based them on any particular myth or philosophical concept, or if they evolved entirely from his imagination.