Venice, that capital city of dream and intrigue, that double city (one above and seemingly solid, one below, wavering and reflected in the waters), which never disappoints.
Erica JongI never became a writer for the money. I am a poet first. Even getting published is a miracle for poets.
Erica JongMen must be stripped of arrogance and women must become independent for any mutually nurturing alliance to endure between the sexes.
Erica JongNo one to blame! That was why most people led lives they hated, with people they hated. How wonderful to have someone to blame! How wonderful to live with one's nemesis! You may be miserable, but you feel forever in the right. You may be fragmented, but you feel absolved of all the blame for it. Take your life in your own hands, and what happens? A terrible thing: no one to blame.
Erica Jong