I can maintain my sense of the sacredness of existence only by understanding my own limitations and losing my self-importance.

Yeah, but now suddenly - you know, universities are notoriously market oriented, too.

I'm not rational enough to be a good journalist.

The days are stacked against what we think we are.

The only advice I can give to aspiring writers is don't do it unless you're willing to give your whole life to it. Red wine and garlic also helps.

I see more genuine sociability between the races in Mississippi than I see in Michigan. No question.

Fishing tournaments seem a little like playing tennis with living balls.