It is a mystery to me how a theologian can be praised for having brought himself to disbelieve dogmas. I've always thought that those who have brought themselves to believe in dogmas merit the true recognition owing a heroic deed.

The art of an actress is sublimated sexuality. But off the stage the fire must be able to reconvert the steam into body.

Journalists write because they have nothing to say, and have something to say because they write.

Science is spectral analysis. Art is light synthesis.

Do not learn more than you absolutely need to get through life.

How do wars start? Diplomats tell lies to journalists, then believe what they read.

When a culture feels that its end has come, it sends for a priest.