Vienna is cold, and dark, and sad. It is laid out as though for a royal parade; the streets are wide and they're flanked by monumental buildings, decorated with the faces of angry gods. And on the roof are statues of national heroes, wielding weapons of destruction.
Quentin CrispYou can't be a person and a lady. If you're a person, you can open the damned door yourself.
Quentin CrispThe trouble with European cities is that they are drenched in their history, almost all of which is terrible.
Quentin CrispThe search for a life-style involves a journey to the interior. This is not altogether a pleasant experience, because you not only have to take stock of what you consider your assets but you also have to take a long look at what your friends call โthe trouble with you.โ Nevertheless, the journey is worth making.
Quentin Crisp