The sole virtue of losing your short-term memory is that it does free you to be your own editor.
Norman MailerIf only gravity were working, the path would be symmetrical, it is the wind resistance that produces the tragic curve.
Norman MailerThe condition that is most disagreeable in your life becomes the most useful one. You know, I feel the same way about the U.S. Army. It was absolutely the worst experience of my life, and it was probably the single most valuable experience.
Norman MailerI did like Robert Vavra's book not only for its so very good photographs but for the text as well. He's no ordinary fellow, obviously.
Norman Mailer