There is scarcely any passion without struggle.

A fate is not a punishment.

In order to be created, a work of art must first make use of the dark forces of the soul

Ironic philosophies produce passionate works.

I grew up with the sea, and poverty for me was sumptuous; then I lost the sea and found all luxuries gray and poverty unbearable.

The nobility of our calling will always be rooted in two commitments difficult to observe: refusal to lie about what we know, and resistance to oppression.

I would like to be able to breathe— to be able to love her by memory or fidelity. But my heart aches. I love you continuously, intensely.