...talent means nothing, while experience, acquired in humility and with hard work, means everything.
Patrick SüskindHe had withdrawn solely for his own personal pleasure, only to be near to himself. No longer distracted by anything external, he basked in his own existence and found it splendid.
Patrick SüskindHow quickly the apparently solidly laid foundation of one's existence could crumble.
Patrick SüskindAnd because people are stupid and use their noses only for blowing, but believe absolutely anything they see with their eyes, they will say it is because this is a girl with beauty and grace and charm.
Patrick Süskind