Thinking of the future, establishing aims for oneself, having preferences-all this presupposes a belief in freedom, even if one occasionally ascertains that one doesn't feel it.

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

If Christianity is pessimistic as to man, it is optimistic as to human destiny. Well, I can say that, pessimistic as to human destiny, I am optimistic as to man.

I am not made for politics because I am incapable of wanting or accepting the death of the adversary.

Even when one sits in the prisoner's dock, it is interesting to hear talk about oneself.

I feel like getting married, or committing suicide, or subscribing to L'Illustration. Something desperate, you know.

From the evening breeze to this hand on my shoulder, everything has its truth.