There will be no lasting peace either in the heart of individuals or in social customs until death is outlawed.

Each generation doubtless feels called upon to reform the world. Mine knows that it will not reform it, but its task is perhaps even greater. It consists in preventing the world from destroying itself.

It is better to burn than to disappear.

What is a rebel? A man who says no: but whose refusal does not imply a renunciation.

As for Hitler, his professed religion unhesitatingly juxtaposed the God-Providence and Valhalla. Actually his god was an argument at a political meeting and a manner of reaching an impressive climax at the end of speeches.

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.

Generally, I like all islands. There, it is easier to rule.