Happiness implied a choice, and within that choice a concerted will, a lucid desire.

The myth of unlimited production brings war in its train as inevitably as clouds announce a storm.

Only he who is uncompromising as to his rights maintains the sense of duty.

Does the end justify the means? That is possible. But what will justify the end? To that question, which historical thought leaves pending, rebellion replies: the means.

Rebellion cannot exist without the feeling that somewhere, in some way, you are justified.

I understood, by dint of digging into my memories, that modesty helped me to shine, humility helped me to triumph and virtue to oppress.

I know [my label], in any case: a double face, a charming Janus, and underneath, the house motto: "Be wary". On my business cards:"Jean-Baptiste Clamence, actor".