The old terms must be invented with new meaning and given new explanations. Liberty, equality, and fraternity are no longer what they were in the days of the late-lamented guillotine. This is what the politicians will not understand; and that is why I hate them. They want only their own special revolutions- external revolutions, political revolutions, etc. But that is only dabbling. What is really needed is a revolution of the human spirit.

It’s a release to know that in spite of everything a premeditated act of courage is still possible.

The strongest man in the world is he who stands most alone.

The greatest victory is defeat.

I don't imagine you will dispute the fact that at present the stupid people are in an absolutely overwhelming majority all the world over.

To live is - to war with trolls In the holds of the heart and mind

Poetry is to hold judgment on your soul.