A curious thing about atrocity stories is that they mirror, instead of the events they purport to describe, the extent of the hatred of the people that tell them. Still, you can't listen unmoved to tales of misery and murder.

It's almost worth having been in the army for the joy your freedom gives you

This ain't a war... It's a goddam whorehouse.

People do not choose a career; the career envelopes them.

Letters are largely written to get things out of your system.

People don't choose their careers; they are engulfed by them.

Curiosity urges you on-driving force.