Certain unique books seem to be without forerunners or successors as far as their authors are concerned. Even though they may profoundly influence the work of other writers, for their creator they're complete, not leading anywhere.

Wakings are the worst times--almost before my eyes are open a great weight seems to roll on my heart.

If you love people, you take them on trust.

Why is summer mist romantic and autumn mist just sad?

The family - that dear octopus from whose tentacles we never quite escape, nor, in our inmost hearts, ever quite wish to.

I have found that sitting in a place where you have never sat before can be inspiring.

I know all about the facts of life, and I don't think much of them.