There is something that falls short of perfection in every book, without exception, something influenced by the age, even something ridiculous; just like everyone, without exception, has weaknesses.
Josef SkvoreckyLovers of literature will look for the remains of the golden treasure in that shipwreck on the bottom of the sea of criticism.
Josef SkvoreckyWhen the Communist Party comes to power, it acts a lot like the mafia: If you are a loyal member in good standing, everything is yours. You're protected, even if you commit a crime.
Josef Skvorecky