Atheism. There is not a single exalting and emancipating influence that does not in turn become inhibitory.
Andre GideTo understand is nothing, but to be understood-that is the problem and the source of anguish. The soul throbs and would have the other know-but can not and feels isolated. Then come gestures, words, awkward explanations and material symbols for imponderable outbursts of feeling-and the soul despairs.
Andre GideWhat would there be in a story of happiness? Only what prepares it, only what destroys it can be told.
Andre Gide