Man himself is an enigma in motion; his questions never stay asked; whereas the mold, the footprint, and by natural extension, the statue itself, like the vaults, the arches, the temples with which man records his own passing, remain immobile and fix a moment of man's life, upon which one might endlessly meditate.
Emile ChartierThe most difficult thing in the world is to say thinkingly what everybody says without thinking.
Emile ChartierWhat is a thousand years? Time is short for one who thinks, endless for one who yearns.
Emile ChartierWouldn't a sailor laugh at you if you told him that the whole crossing depends on the first turn of the helm?
Emile Chartier