I only saw one English-speaking person all the way across Siberia.

America can enjoy a vital, fully functioning government, with all the benefits provided by Texas, while reducing Texas at the same time.

I am an author, and like many in my profession, I am also a traveling salesman, going all over in an attempt to persuade people to spend twenty-five dollars on a hardcover book by me.

People in Russia adapt to misery by a deep, deep humor.

Siberia is so big, it’s almost more an idea than a place

I don't want to participate in traditional Indian religious ceremonies - dance in a sun dance or pray in a sweat lodge or go on a vision quest with the help of a medicine man. The power of these ceremonies has an appeal, but I'm content with what little religion I already have.

Everything in Russia is made of cement - phone booths, fence posts and light bulbs.