But we are living in a sceptical and, if I may use the phrase, a thought-tormented age: and sometimes I fear that this new generation, educated or hyper-educated as it is, will lack those qualities of humanity, of hospitality, of kindly humour which belonged to an older day.
James JoyceIf there is any difficulty in what I write, it is because of the material I use. The thought is always simple.
James JoyceMy intention was to write a chapter of the moral history of my country and I chose Dublin for the scene because that city seemed to me the centre of paralysis.
James JoyceYour battles inspired me - not the obvious material battles but those that were fought and won behind your forehead.
James Joyce